Dental Assistant -Tri-Cities

Virginia Family Dentistry•Prince George, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Family Dentistry is looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our Tri-Cities team! Dental assistants support the entire team of doctors, hygienists, clinical and administrative staff while always keeping our patients’ needs first. The assistant must have knowledge of dental procedures, x-ray certification, OSHA regulations and State Board requirements. Must be willing to work in and be part of the larger team and communicate effectively with doctors, employees, and patients.

Requirements

1 year or more of dental experience or completion of a dental assisting program
X-ray certification
BLS certification
Excellent communication skills
Time management
Confidentiality
Attention to detail
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Provide chairside assistance to the dentists
Take x-rays
Stock, organize, and disinfect operatories
Ensure instrument sterilization and proper infection control protocol
Review the doctor’s schedule daily, set up and prepare for patient appointments with needed supplies, lab cases, implants and other necessary items
Input treatment plan given by the doctor
Keep the schedule on time and communicate with the front desk
Escort each patient to the front desk for check out
Maintain a lab tracking system to ensure all lab work is ready for the patients’ appointment
Ordering and unpacking supplies
Collaborate with the doctor scheduler on schedules and maintaining the unscheduled list by following up with the patients and needed treatment
Help the hygienists and administrative staff as needed