About this role
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team! The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing exceptional patient care and support the dental practice's daily operations. As a Dental Assistant, you will assist the doctor during procedures, ensure patient comfort, and maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist the doctor during examinations and procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials.
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and materials following infection control protocols.
- Take digital x-rays, create treatment plans, and enter progress notes.
- Maintain accurate medical information, including health histories, med lists, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-op instructions.
- Manage appointment scheduling and patient flow to optimize office efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Support the practice in maintaining an aseptic environment through proper infection control measures.
Skills
- Proficient in charting with the doctor and RDH with a high level of dental terminology.
- Knowledge of infection control standards and aseptic techniques in a dental clinic setting.
- Must be familiar with different imaging techniques relevant to dentistry- periapical, panoramic, and bitewing.
- Expanded duties desired- provisional fabrication and cement, gingival retraction.
- iTero scanning experience helpful but not required.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Join our team and contribute to creating healthy smiles while advancing your career in the dental field!
Benefits:
Uniform allowance
Full-time
Medical & dental for employee, spouse, and dependents after 90 days
Paid time off & paid holidays after 90 days
Paid time off is accrued based on length of time with company
401k w/ 3% company match after 1 year and at least 1,000 hours