Dental Assistant

East Liberty Family Health Care Center • Pittsburgh, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

East Liberty Family Health Care Center is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join its clinical support team. The Dental Assistant works with the dentist and other dental team members to provide quality, efficient dental treatment in accordance with established practices and protocols. The position serves patients at the Wilkinsburg, East Liberty, and Lincoln-Lemington locations.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and Pennsylvania state radiology certification. Two years of experience are required. Graduation from an accredited dental assisting program is preferred. The role requires a superior chairside manner in a fast-paced clinic, strong attention to detail, the ability to prioritize and multitask, excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and reliable transportation.

Compensation is commensurate with experience. East Liberty Family Health Care Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the listed protected grounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pennsylvania state radiology certification.
• Two years of experience.
• Superior chairside manner while working in a fast-paced clinic.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and ability to report to the Wilkinsburg, East Liberty, and Lincoln-Lemington locations.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chairside assistant for the dentist or other dental team members.
• Prepare the dental operatory before treatment and disinfect it and dental instruments afterward, following established OSHA and CDC infection control guidelines.
• Use effective four-handed dentistry techniques to support safe and efficient treatment and patient management.
• Expose and process dental radiographs to support the dentist's diagnosis and treatment planning according to state guidelines.
• Prepare lab cases and fabricate dental impressions, models, and appliances.
• Provide patients with postoperative and oral hygiene instructions.
• Manage the dentist's schedule to help ensure prompt and efficient dental treatment.
• Maintain and monitor dental equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• Supplemental benefit options.

What This Job Offers

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