Dental Assistant-Bilingual Spanish

<Job Summary>
Join our dynamic dental team as a Bilingual Spanish Dental Assistant, where your energetic spirit and compassionate approach will make a meaningful difference in patients’ oral health journeys. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance, ensure smooth clinic operations, and support diverse dental procedures within a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. Your bilingual skills will help bridge communication gaps, creating a welcoming atmosphere for Spanish-speaking patients. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise in general dentistry while contributing to a positive patient experience.

<Responsibilities>

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and pediatric treatments, ensuring efficient workflow through four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and maintaining aseptic technique to uphold infection control standards.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and medical imaging using advanced equipment such as 3D scanners, ensuring accurate positioning and patient comfort.
• Manage patient records by updating electronic medical records (EMR systems) like Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic with detailed medical documentation and coding.
• Measure vital signs and assess patient comfort levels before procedures to ensure safety and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support front desk operations by greeting patients, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and assisting with dental receptionist duties.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment while adhering to infection control protocols and knowledge of anatomy to assist with complex procedures in general dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatrics.

<Skills>

• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for managing medical records and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques essential for safe clinical practice.
• Experience with chairside assisting in various dental specialties including pediatric dentistry and prosthodontics.
• Ability to operate dental imaging equipment like X-ray machines and 3D scanners accurately.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security at all times.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish to effectively serve diverse patient populations.
• Understanding of medical terminology and medical coding relevant to dental procedures for accurate record-keeping and billing. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills empower patients’ smiles while advancing your professional growth in a supportive environment that values energy, transparency, and dedication!

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person