Endo Dental Assistant

Midwest Endodontics•Evansville, IN

4d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

At Midwest Endodontics, we make it our mission to give our patients reasons to smile every day. Now, we're seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our passionate team and help us maintain our commitment to quality dental care.

Requirements

Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school
1+ years of dental assisting experience
X-ray certification for the State of Indiana
Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Follow instruction and training guidelines for endodontic practice

Nice To Haves

Endodontic experience preferred
Current BLS and CPR certification (preferred, but not required)

Responsibilities

Assist the endodontist during root canal treatments and other endodontic procedures including root canal therapy(anterior/posterior), root canal retreats, apicoectomy, internal/external resorption treatments, vital pulp therapy and cracked tooth evaluations.
Sterilize instruments & disinfect equipment in compliance w/infection control standards.
Take dental radiographs (X-rays), including cone beam CT scans if needed.
Maintain accurate patient records and charting using dental practice software.
Provide patients with pre- and post-operative care instructions.
Ensure patient comfort and manage patient anxiety during procedures.
Mix and prepare dental materials (e.g., sealers, irritants, temporary fillings).
Maintain inventory and order dental supplies as needed.