Dental Assistant w/ X-ray

ProSmile•Plainfield, NJ

13d

About The Position

As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of our patients and doctors. The duties of a dental Assistant are very important for the functionality of our dental offices. These duties can include patient care, recordkeeping, and appointment scheduling. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists in their day-to-day activities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Easily able to learn technologies and systems required and demonstrates a desire to learn
Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work:
For NJ- Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required.
For MD- Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required.
For PA- Radiation Health and Safety certificate or willing to pursue licensure immediately required.
X-ray License required.
Active CPR Certification is required.
Knowledge of dental instruments and patient care.
Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.
Excellent organization, prioritization, follow up, analytical and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Certified Dental Assistant preferred.
1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Clearly demonstrate knowledge of dental instruments and assist the dentist in rendering patient care chairside.
Maintain inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider.
Adhering to OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines.
Deliver world class patient interactions related to scheduling, follow up treatment, post-surgical information and record keeping.
Be able to perform basic lab procedures such as take impressions, pour models, and prepare cases for external labs.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks.
Dental Insurance: MetLife plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options.
Vision Insurance: Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits.
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care, and healthcare expenses.
Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
Legal Support Services
Discount Programs (including pet insurance, travel, theme parks, electronics, etc.)
Wellness Programs
Financial Wellness and Planning Tools