Dental Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant, where your enthusiasm and clinical expertise will directly enhance patient care and support our dental professionals. In this vital role, you will assist with clinical procedures, manage patient flow, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. Your proactive approach will help create a welcoming environment for patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry, while maintaining efficient clinic operations. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in general dentistry and specialized areas such as oral surgery, endodontics, and prosthodontics.

Duties
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is ready for procedures in accordance with dental sterilization procedures and infection prevention management policies
Assist dentists chairside during various treatments including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, providing four-handed dentistry support for efficiency
Take and develop dental x-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology while adhering to dental x-ray safety protocols
Manage patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic, ensuring accurate medical documentation and compliance with HIPAA regulations
Collect vital signs and medical history information to support comprehensive patient care and facilitate accurate medical coding
Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care instructions, and preventive measures to promote long-term dental health
Maintain clinical confidentiality policies while processing dental instruments and ensuring infection control standards are strictly followed
Requirements
Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic setting with knowledge of general dentistry procedures and terminology
Proficiency in dental software such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Patient management software; experience with Epic is a plus
Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control expertise
Ability to operate dental equipment including X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools effectively
Knowledge of anatomy relevant to oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry to assist with specialized procedures
Excellent communication skills to interact professionally with patients of all ages and collaborate seamlessly with the dental team including the dental receptionist
Certification in Dental Assisting (such as DANB certification or equivalent) preferred; familiarity with HIPAA compliance required
Ability to perform dental instrument processing efficiently while maintaining high standards of sterilization and infection control protocols
Join us in delivering exceptional patient care through your expertise in dental assisting! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your growth within the healthcare field.

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person