Dental Assistant – Orofacial Pain Specialty Practice

Job Summary
Join a dynamic and specialized healthcare team as a Dental Assistant in an Orofacial Pain Practice dedicated to diagnosing and managing complex orofacial pain conditions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with experienced dentists and specialists, providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will be instrumental in supporting clinical procedures, managing patient interactions, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help patients find relief and improve their quality of life through comprehensive orofacial pain management. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable with digital workflows, and capable of maintaining sterilization and compliance standards independently.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with sterile instruments and materials, adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Assist dentists during examinations, procedures, and treatments related to orofacial pain, including chairside assisting with dental terminology and medical documentation.
• Take X-ray images, operate 3D scanners, and support medical imaging processes to assist in accurate diagnosis.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Tebra, Dental Writer+, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient histories, vital signs, and treatment plans.
• Conduct patient intake by recording vital signs, reviewing medical history, and explaining procedures clearly to pediatric dentistry patients when applicable.
• Support administrative tasks including scheduling appointments as a dental receptionist, verifying insurance information, and maintaining medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with the dental team for efficient patient care delivery while maintaining high standards of infection control.
• Assist in the use of advanced diagnostic tools such as 3D scanners and ensure proper operation of equipment used for medical imaging.
• Educate patients on dental terminology related to their condition and post-treatment care instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment following all infection control protocols and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a dental or medical clinic.
• Familiarity with EMR systems; experience with medical coding and documentation is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge related to the head and neck region, and infection control practices.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently during complex procedures involving occlusal guard and MORA fittings or other specialties within orofacial pain management.
• Competence in taking X-ray images accurately while adhering to safety standards; experience with 3D scanners is a plus.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations concerning patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills suitable for explaining technical information clearly to patients when necessary.
• Certification in dental assisting preferred; additional training in medical terminology or medical assistant is advantageous.
• Join us if you’re passionate about making a difference through compassionate patient care! This paid position offers the chance to grow your skills in a specialized field while contributing to innovative solutions for those suffering from orofacial pain conditions.

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person