Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly enhance patient care and streamline clinical operations. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance, ensure infection control standards are maintained, and support the delivery of comprehensive dental services. Your proactive approach will help create a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, patient-focused practice committed to excellence.

Duties
Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, prosthodontics, and oral surgery ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort
Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials, maintaining aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
Take dental X-rays, including 3D scans, while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy and medical documentation standards
Manage medical records and documentation accurately within EHR systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix
Perform vital signs assessments and medical imaging to support comprehensive patient evaluations
Support front desk operations by handling dental receptionist duties, scheduling appointments, and managing patient inquiries
Maintain knowledge of dental terminology and anatomy to effectively communicate with team members and patients
Take accurate notes while dentist is speaking with patients and inbetween patients
Multi-tasking while anesthetic is sitting or inbetween patients
Being a team player and helping hygiene chart or answer the phones
Working with nitrous oxide sedation and being nitrous certified
Preparing for the next day by chart prepping and setting up trays/rooms
Being able to read and understand a chart
Being able to write a complete sentence with proper punctuation and capitalization
Checking an amalgam separator, doing laundry, wearing proper PPE, i.e. keeping up with Osha compliance
Being willing to travel with the office to CE courses and having a willingness to learn and grow with the team
Requirements
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting with familiarity in general dentistry procedures
Proficiency with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft and Dentrix; experience with dental coding is a plus
Knowledge of infection control practices, aseptic technique, and sterilization procedures
Ability to operate dental equipment including radiograph machines and 3D scanners safely and effectively
Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry
Excellent communication skills to interact confidently with patients
Certification in radiography or X-ray technology preferred; CPR certification is advantageous
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment practicing four-handed dentistry techniques
Being able to write a complete sentence with proper verbiage and punctuation
Graduated from an EFDA program with at least a Certificate, DANB candidates preferred
Radiology certified
Nitrous oxide sedation certified
CPR certified
Join us today to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering outstanding dental care! We value proactive professionals who thrive on helping others achieve healthier smiles while advancing their careers in a supportive environment.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Work Location: In person