full-time 5 days ago
Dental Assistant
Dr. Thomas Rafferty, DDS, LLC
Beverly, MA 01915
From 30/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will support our dental team in providing high-quality patient care, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow within the office. This role requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Duties
Assist the dentist during various procedures, including examinations, fillings, and extractions.
Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment following infection control protocols.
Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
Manage patient appointments and follow-up communications.
Utilize dental software (Dentrix) for scheduling and medical records management.
Provide support in specialized areas such as Pediatric dentistry and Endodontics when required.
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care.
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
Knowledge of medical documentation practices and familiarity with medical records management.
Understanding of infection control procedures within a dental setting.
Experience with dental software system Dentrix is desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Certification or training in dental assisting is preferred but not mandatory.
Join our team and contribute to creating positive experiences for our patients while advancing your career in the dental field!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Beverly, MA 01915 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Beverly, MA 01915: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will support our dental team in providing high-quality patient care, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow within the office. This role requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Duties
Assist the dentist during various procedures, including examinations, fillings, and extractions.
Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment following infection control protocols.
Maintain accurate medical documentation and patient records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
Manage patient appointments and follow-up communications.
Utilize dental software (Dentrix) for scheduling and medical records management.
Provide support in specialized areas such as Pediatric dentistry and Endodontics when required.
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care.
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
Knowledge of medical documentation practices and familiarity with medical records management.
Understanding of infection control procedures within a dental setting.
Experience with dental software system Dentrix is desirable.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Certification or training in dental assisting is preferred but not mandatory.
Join our team and contribute to creating positive experiences for our patients while advancing your career in the dental field!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Beverly, MA 01915 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Beverly, MA 01915: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• HIPAA
• Dentrix
• Medical scheduling
• Dental Assisting
• Attention to detail
• Dentrix
• Medical scheduling
• Dental Assisting
• Attention to detail