Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners • Lyndhurst, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Periodontal Associates - Lyndhurst is seeking a Dental Assistant to support its busy specialty practice and help provide a world-class experience for patients. The role combines patient care, chairside dental assistance, and administrative support. The Dental Assistant helps patients feel comfortable, answers their needs and questions, and supports the Dentist by handling routine clinical and office tasks.

This position is based at 29001 Cedar Rd., Suite 450, Lyndhurst, OH 44124. The stated base pay range is $20–$25 USD. Clinical employees, including dental assistants and staff directly assisting with patient treatment, are employed by the applicable practice entity listed in the posting.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of proven experience as a dental assistant; specialty experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• High school diploma.
• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program, if required by law.
• Active state radiology license, if required by law.
• Able to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Able to operate standard office equipment.
• Able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Able to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Able to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty dental assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist through four-handed dentistry.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Schedule appointments and post-operative visits.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with payment procedures.
• Answer patients’ needs, concerns, and questions and help keep them relaxed and comfortable during visits.
• Coordinate or facilitate other office responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• BCBS medical and dental insurance options.
• VSP vision coverage.
• Complimentary life insurance policy for the employee.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching options.
• HSA/FSA account access.
• Identity theft protection.
• Legal services package.
• Hospital, accident, and critical care coverage.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED