Endodontic Dental Assistant -Chester

Virginia Family Dentistry • Chester, VA

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Family Dentistry is seeking an experienced Endodontic Dental Assistant to join their Chester team. This position primarily focuses on assisting the endodontist, while also supporting the entire team and prioritizing patient needs. The assistant must possess knowledge of dental procedures, OSHA regulations, and State Board requirements, along with x-ray and BLS certifications. Effective communication with doctors, employees, and patients is essential. Virginia Family Dentistry has proudly served the greater Richmond area for 50 years. As a dentist-owned practice, decisions are made by the doctors, ensuring employee voices and patient needs are prioritized. With multiple locations and specialties, the company offers numerous opportunities for growth and career advancement. This is a non-exempt, hourly, full-time position.

Requirements

• 1 year or more of experience in endodontics
• Knowledge of dental procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of State Board requirements
• X-ray certification
• BLS certification
• Willing to work in and be part of the larger team
• Communicate effectively with doctors, employees, and patients
• Excellent communication skills
• Time management
• Confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist
• 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

Benefits

• 401(k) profit sharing
• Dental and orthodontic care
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid uniforms
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellness benefits
• Continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees