Registered Dental Assistant

Overview
Lonestar Dental Group is seeking a dental assistant to join our amazing team of dental professionals! Our practice is well-known for providing our community with comfortable and pain-free dental care, and as our DA, you will have the opportunity to create positive patient experiences. The best candidate for this role has a superior chairside manner and takes initiative. If this sounds like you, submit your application today!

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, using four-handed dentistry techniques to maximize efficiency.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary equipment such as X-ray machines and 3D scanners, and ensuring all supplies are stocked and organized.
• Take dental radiographs (X-ray imaging), ensuring adherence to infection control protocols and HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) Dentrix to accurately document patient information, treatment plans, and medical history.
• Perform vital signs assessments and medical documentation to support comprehensive patient care in both general and pediatric dentistry settings.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care instructions, and dental terminology to foster understanding and compliance.
• Support administrative tasks such as dental receptionist duties by scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow efficiently.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with familiarity in medical terminology, and dental assisting procedures.
• Hands-on knowledge of infection control standards, aseptic techniques, anatomy knowledge related to oral structures, and medical imaging procedures.
• Skilled in operating dental software systems including Dentrix, for managing medical records and documentation accurately.
• Certification in X-ray safety and proficiency in taking radiographs; additional certifications in endodontics or prosthodontics are advantageous.
• Nitrous Monitoring Certification
• AHA BLS Certification
• Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance requirements to ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently while maintaining excellent patient rapport; experience with 3D scanners is a bonus Cord packing, Invisalign and whitening. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care and technical excellence!

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person