Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance•Granger, IN

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About The Position

LOCATION is seeking a Dental Assistant in [City, State] to support its clinical team and provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction in a team-based environment. The Dental Assistant supports the office and assists professional dental staff with treatment while helping provide excellent dental care in the community and create positive patient experiences. Prior dental assisting experience is required. The role includes preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentists during procedures, supporting patient education and comfort, taking X-rays, assisting with impressions, maintaining study models, and keeping accurate records. The Dental Assistant also follows infection-control and confidentiality requirements and helps maintain readiness for dental and medical emergencies. The practice describes itself as modern and patient-centered, with advanced dental technology. Applicants are invited to submit a CV.

Requirements

Prior dental assisting experience.
Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or six months of on-the-job experience with supporting documentation.
X-ray certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection-control training as required by law.

Nice To Haves

Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake when needed.
Help the dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and an emergency telephone directory.