Dental Assistant – TMD Specialty Practice

Clinical Responsibilities

• Emphasizes documentation, email communication, and case coordination.
• Dental Records & Patient Care
• Sterilization and instrument processing
• Basic dental assisting when needed (minimal chairside)
• Taking patient history updates
• Assist doctor during TMJ/TMD evaluations and treatments
• Take photos, scans, impressions, or measurements
• Prepare patients for TMJ exams or appliance fittings
• Help with bite splints / orthotic appliances
• scanning, or photos

Administrative / Documentation

Writing detailed clinical notes

Preparing consultation summaries

Managing records and uploading imaging

• Assisting with treatment plans or reports
• Patient Coordination
• Answering patient questions via email
• Coordinating follow-ups
• Comfortable with sterilization protocols
• Strong writing and documentation skills
• Assist the doctor during TMJ/TMD evaluations and treatments
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for TMJ procedures
• Take clinical photos, scans, impressions, or other diagnostic records
• Provide patient education on TMJ appliances and care
• Maintain proper instrument sterilization and infection control protocols
• Maintain OSHA compliance documentation and logs

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA 23226 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person