Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will help create a positive and efficient patient experience. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient care, and ensure the clinic operates smoothly. Your proactive approach will contribute to delivering high-quality dental services in a friendly, welcoming environment. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting while making a real difference in patients’ oral health.

Duties

Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments following strict infection control protocols using aseptic techniques.
Assist dentists chairside during various procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Take and develop dental radiographs (X-ray imaging) and operate 3D scanners for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Manage patient records efficiently using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Monitor vital signs and medical documentation for patients with special needs or pediatric cases to ensure safety throughout treatment.
Provide excellent dental receptionist support by greeting patients, scheduling appointments, and managing medical records with precision.
Support the dental team with medical coding and documentation to facilitate billing and insurance claims processes.
Maintain a clean, organized clinic environment adhering to infection control standards and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly.

Skills

Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, taking X-rays, and performing vital signs measurement.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and infection control practices essential for safe patient care.
Experience working with EMR systems such as Denticon, Dentrix; familiarity with Epic or other medical documentation platforms is a plus.
Ability to perform medical imaging procedures accurately while maintaining aseptic technique.
Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients of all ages and collaborate seamlessly with the dental team.
Understanding of HIPAA regulations related to medical records management and confidentiality. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving oral health through compassionate care and technical excellence!

Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

Experience:

Chairside assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

cpr and radiology permit required (Required)

Work Location: In person

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