full-time 2 months ago
Dental Assistant
Flower City Dental of Gates
Rochester, NY 14624
21 - 23/hr
About the Practice
N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software
Office Tour & Photos
Job Description
Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this role, you will support dentists in providing comprehensive dental treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth clinical workflow. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their dental experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced, patient-focused setting while making a positive impact on community health.
Duties
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and arranging dental instruments, ensuring adherence to infection prevention management and dental sterilization procedures.
Assist dentists during various procedures including general dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry with chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry techniques.
Take and develop dental x-ray images using advanced medical imaging equipment such as 3D scanners and dental x-ray machines, following proper aseptic technique.
Collect vital signs and medical history information from patients to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
Manage electronic health records using EMR systems like Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic to ensure accurate medical documentation and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and explain dental terminology clearly to foster understanding and comfort.
Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist, verifying insurance details, and processing medical coding for billing purposes.
Skills
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside support, instrument processing, and infection control protocols.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry.
Experience with EMR systems such as Open Dental for managing medical records efficiently.
Familiarity with pediatric dentistry procedures and working with children in a compassionate manner.
Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control standards including aseptic technique and infection prevention management.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members like dental receptionists and other healthcare professionals while providing outstanding patient care.
Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving smiles! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their expertise in a supportive environment that emphasizes clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and continuous learning. All roles are paid positions committed to fostering your professional development in the vibrant field of dentistry!
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become a vital part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this role, you will support dentists in providing comprehensive dental treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth clinical workflow. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their dental experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced, patient-focused setting while making a positive impact on community health.
Duties
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and arranging dental instruments, ensuring adherence to infection prevention management and dental sterilization procedures.
Assist dentists during various procedures including general dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry with chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry techniques.
Take and develop dental x-ray images using advanced medical imaging equipment such as 3D scanners and dental x-ray machines, following proper aseptic technique.
Collect vital signs and medical history information from patients to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
Manage electronic health records using EMR systems like Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic to ensure accurate medical documentation and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and explain dental terminology clearly to foster understanding and comfort.
Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist, verifying insurance details, and processing medical coding for billing purposes.
Skills
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside support, instrument processing, and infection control protocols.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry.
Experience with EMR systems such as Open Dental for managing medical records efficiently.
Familiarity with pediatric dentistry procedures and working with children in a compassionate manner.
Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools safely and effectively.
Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control standards including aseptic technique and infection prevention management.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members like dental receptionists and other healthcare professionals while providing outstanding patient care.
Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving smiles! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their expertise in a supportive environment that emphasizes clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and continuous learning. All roles are paid positions committed to fostering your professional development in the vibrant field of dentistry!
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dentrix
• Dental terminology
• HIPAA
• Eaglesoft
• Patient interaction
• Dental terminology
• HIPAA
• Eaglesoft
• Patient interaction
About Flower City Dental of Gates
At Flower City Dental of Gates, we believe exceptional dental care begins by listening. We proudly serve families seeking a reliable family dentist near Rochester, NY. Our team prioritizes comfort, transparency, and personalized treatments shaped around you.
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