Dental Assistant

```Duties```

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety

- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment

- Take and develop dental x-rays

- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care

- Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring models and trimming impressions

- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical histories

- Schedule appointments and manage the dental office's appointment system

- Assist with dental receptionist duties as needed
```Qualifications```

- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a dental assisting program preferred

- X-ray certification required; CPR certification preferred

- Strong knowledge of infection control protocols and procedures

- Proficiency in dental software systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic

- Familiarity with medical coding and insurance billing processes

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Ashburn, VA 20147 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person