Dental Assistant

Hero Practice Services•Landover Hills, MD

12d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all underserved kids. This role involves collecting and documenting patient records, obtaining dental radiographs, writing chart notes, educating patients and parents on oral health, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining a clean and presentable practice environment. The position also includes participating in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children.

Requirements

Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
Current BLS CPR certification

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
Previous experience working in a dental office preferred

Responsibilities

Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist
Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed
Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health
Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children