Dental Assistant

Duties:

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures

- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment

- Take and develop dental x-rays

- Prepare and maintain dental materials, such as composite, amalgam, and impression materials

- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care

- Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns

- Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records

- Assist with medical documentation using CAD and Epic systems

- Provide support in pediatric dental procedures
Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent experience

- Valid certification in dental radiography

- Knowledge of medical coding and medical records management

- Proficiency in using CAD and Epic systems for medical documentation

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work well in a team environment

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to perform patient assessments
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
On-the-job training
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Prescription drug insurance
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Safety equipment provided
Vision insurance
Experience:
Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person