full-time 8 hours ago
Dental Assistant
North Carolina Endodontics
Apex, NC 27502
20 - 28/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software
Job Description
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Company Overview
We are a dynamic and growing specialty endodontic practice dedicated to providing exceptional dental care. We foster a positive, team-oriented environment and are committed to supporting our staff’s professional growth and well-being.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support clinical operations, enhance patient care, and ensure smooth daily workflows within our busy dental practice. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for clinical assistance, strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering excellent patient experiences.
Responsibilities
Assist dentists during various procedures including general dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly in accordance with infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
Take and develop dental X-rays, including 3D scans when applicable, while adhering to dental x-ray safety standards.
Manage patient records by updating medical documentation, medical records, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for clinical confidentiality policies.
Support patient management by taking vital signs, reviewing medical histories, and providing patient care that promotes comfort and trust.
Maintain dental equipment and assist with dental instrument processing to ensure readiness for procedures.
Support front desk operations as needed by assisting with patient management software, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow efficiently.
Skills
Proficiency in Dental systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar patient management software.
Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and clinical procedures related to general dentistry and specialized areas like endodontics and oral surgery.
Experience with dental sterilization procedures, infection control protocols, and healthcare infection prevention standards.
Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, dental instruments, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
Strong understanding of chairside assisting techniques such as four-handed dentistry and endodontic procedures.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members as a dental assistant or dental receptionist when necessary.
Familiarity with medical documentation practices, medical imaging processes, and maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
One year+ of dental assisting crucial.
Spanish speaker is a plus.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values professionalism, precision, and compassionate patient care! This role offers a rewarding environment where your skills make a real difference in patients’ lives every day.
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision insurance
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Company Overview
We are a dynamic and growing specialty endodontic practice dedicated to providing exceptional dental care. We foster a positive, team-oriented environment and are committed to supporting our staff’s professional growth and well-being.
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support clinical operations, enhance patient care, and ensure smooth daily workflows within our busy dental practice. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for clinical assistance, strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering excellent patient experiences.
Responsibilities
Assist dentists during various procedures including general dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly in accordance with infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
Take and develop dental X-rays, including 3D scans when applicable, while adhering to dental x-ray safety standards.
Manage patient records by updating medical documentation, medical records, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for clinical confidentiality policies.
Support patient management by taking vital signs, reviewing medical histories, and providing patient care that promotes comfort and trust.
Maintain dental equipment and assist with dental instrument processing to ensure readiness for procedures.
Support front desk operations as needed by assisting with patient management software, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow efficiently.
Skills
Proficiency in Dental systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar patient management software.
Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and clinical procedures related to general dentistry and specialized areas like endodontics and oral surgery.
Experience with dental sterilization procedures, infection control protocols, and healthcare infection prevention standards.
Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, dental instruments, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
Strong understanding of chairside assisting techniques such as four-handed dentistry and endodontic procedures.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members as a dental assistant or dental receptionist when necessary.
Familiarity with medical documentation practices, medical imaging processes, and maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
One year+ of dental assisting crucial.
Spanish speaker is a plus.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values professionalism, precision, and compassionate patient care! This role offers a rewarding environment where your skills make a real difference in patients’ lives every day.
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision insurance
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Dental terminology
• Medical scheduling
• HIPAA
• Teamwork
• Dental terminology
• Medical scheduling
• HIPAA
About North Carolina Endodontics
Our growing specialty Endo office needs a new team member. We need an insurance coordinator that loves the focus of verification, building out insurance tables correctly, posting payments and updating tables, responding to insurance EOB requests and fighting for our patient’s benefits! If you love the “details” and “communications” required with insurance companies – WE NEED YOU! This position is strictly insurance related. We are a growing private specialty practice with an awesome working environment, terrific team members and we offer ideal business hours and wages. Candidate must possess: positive attitude, a strong focus on customer service, be reliable, and be a team player!