Dental Assistant - Endodontist

Lightwave Dental • Stafford, VA

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About The Position

At Stafford Oral Surgery and Specialists, we pride ourselves on offering a funergetic place to work and are fanatically focused on providing excellent care. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about dentistry and eager to expand their skill level in all three areas of our practice: Periodontics, Oral Surgery and Endodontics. What are we about? We are for celebrating our team by rewarding hard work through monthly bonus potential, celebrating wins and each other. We believe strongly that if you like where you work and who you work with, the rest falls into place. Our doctors are highly engaged in your success and have a passion for helping you succeed. If this appeals to you we want you to apply, because we challenge you to find better! Position Summary: The Endodontist Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist in clinical and administrative duties, including; prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist during dental procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Endo experience
• Dental assistant certification where required
• X-ray/Radiography certification
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
• Experience with relevant dental software
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Good understanding of chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols
• Excellent understanding of dental records, charts, and documentation
• Great organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to provide excellent patient care
• Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude

Nice To Haves

• Nitrous oxide certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor with all dental procedures including but not limited to take directions from doctor, anticipate doctor’s needs, performing patient oral evaluations, take, develop and mount accurate and high-quality X-rays, various laboratory duties including provisional
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality according to the HIPAA guidelines. Adhere to safety guidelines/procedures to OSHA and practice standards
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctor in patient treatment to keep patients as comfortable as possible throughout their visit
• Perform administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, charting, and filing
• Prepare patient charts, record treatment plans, and update dental records
• Prepare, organize, and sterilize instruments, materials, and equipment in accordance with infection control and biohazard protocols
• Provide patients with information on oral health care and instructions, as directed by the doctor
• Ensure instruments and equipment are effectively maintained
• Provide excellent patient care at all times

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees