full-time 21 days ago
Dental Assistant
Oso Pediatric Dentistry
1350 West Gonzales Road, Oxnard, CA 93036
18 - 22/hr
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Job Description
Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you'll support dentists by preparing treatment areas, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and cared for. Your expertise in dental assisting, infection control, and medical documentation will help create a smooth, efficient experience for every patient. We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced, friendly environment where your contributions truly make a difference. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in general pediatric dentistry!
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and supplies, maintaining strict aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
Assist dentists chairside during various procedures such as restorations, extractions, crown treatments.
Take digital X-ray images while adhering to HIPAA regulations and radiation safety standards.
Manage patient records efficiently using EMR system CURVE, ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding.
Provide excellent patient care by explaining procedures, taking vital signs, and addressing questions with professionalism and compassion.
Support dental reception duties including scheduling appointments, and managing medical records.
Maintain infection control protocols and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized according to OSHA standards.
Collaborate with the team to deliver four-handed dentistry for increased efficiency and comfort during procedures.
Keep up-to-date with the latest in dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and pediatric dentistry practices to enhance patient outcomes. Experience
Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred; familiarity with pediatric dentistry is a plus.
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, X-ray taking, vital signs measurement, and infection control practices.
Must have X-ray license and Coronal Polsih
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy and medical records management.
Ability to communicate effectively using dental terminology and medical terminology accurately.
Experience working with pediatric patients is desirable; certification in pediatric dentistry is a bonus.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of aseptic technique. Join us today to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving smiles while advancing your career in a supportive environment!
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you'll support dentists by preparing treatment areas, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and cared for. Your expertise in dental assisting, infection control, and medical documentation will help create a smooth, efficient experience for every patient. We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced, friendly environment where your contributions truly make a difference. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in general pediatric dentistry!
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and supplies, maintaining strict aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
Assist dentists chairside during various procedures such as restorations, extractions, crown treatments.
Take digital X-ray images while adhering to HIPAA regulations and radiation safety standards.
Manage patient records efficiently using EMR system CURVE, ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding.
Provide excellent patient care by explaining procedures, taking vital signs, and addressing questions with professionalism and compassion.
Support dental reception duties including scheduling appointments, and managing medical records.
Maintain infection control protocols and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized according to OSHA standards.
Collaborate with the team to deliver four-handed dentistry for increased efficiency and comfort during procedures.
Keep up-to-date with the latest in dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and pediatric dentistry practices to enhance patient outcomes. Experience
Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred; familiarity with pediatric dentistry is a plus.
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, X-ray taking, vital signs measurement, and infection control practices.
Must have X-ray license and Coronal Polsih
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy and medical records management.
Ability to communicate effectively using dental terminology and medical terminology accurately.
Experience working with pediatric patients is desirable; certification in pediatric dentistry is a bonus.
Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and high standards of aseptic technique. Join us today to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving smiles while advancing your career in a supportive environment!
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dental clinic experience
• Dental terminology
• HIPAA
• Medical scheduling
• Coronal Polish Certificate
• X-ray
• Dental terminology
• HIPAA
• Medical scheduling
• Coronal Polish Certificate
• X-ray
About Oso Pediatric Dentistry
Oso Pediatric Dentistry in Oxnard focuses on providing exceptional service to promote bigger, brighter smiles for children. They use evidence-based procedures to achieve long-lasting results and encourage positive dental habits for the whole family.