Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and clinical skills will directly contribute to providing exceptional patient care. In this vital role, you will support dentists during procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and clinical efficiency. Your proactive approach will help create a welcoming environment that promotes oral health and comfort for every patient. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in general and specialized dentistry while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery treatments, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Prepare treatment areas by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments and equipment in accordance with dental sterilization procedures and infection prevention management policies. Take high-quality dental x-rays and utilize medical imaging techniques while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality. Manage patient records using advanced patient management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, documenting medical history, vital signs, and treatment notes accurately. Support patient care by explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring comfort throughout visits. Maintain clinical cleanliness by following aseptic techniques and infection control protocols aligned with healthcare infection prevention standards. Collaborate with the team in four-handed dentistry practices to enhance efficiency and patient experience.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic environment, demonstrating proficiency with dental equipment, medical documentation, and dental terminology. Strong knowledge of dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, dental instrument processing, and dental x-ray procedures. Familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft is essential. Knowledge of anatomy relevant to dentistry along with understanding of oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry is highly desirable. Ability to perform medical imaging accurately while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies is required. Excellent communication skills for patient management and teamwork are vital. Certification in dental assisting or related fields is preferred; ongoing professional development in infection prevention management and healthcare safety standards is encouraged. A proactive attitude with attention to detail ensures compliance with all clinical confidentiality policies and infection control protocols.

Join us in delivering outstanding dental care through your expertise! We value energetic professionals dedicated to improving patients’ oral health while fostering a positive environment built on safety, professionalism, and compassion.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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