Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Hometown Dental • Richmond, KY

409d • $35,360 - $62,400

About The Position

The Dental Assistant at Hometown Dental plays a crucial role in supporting the dentist and ensuring high-quality patient care. This full-time position involves assisting with various dental procedures, managing patient records, and performing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in general dentistry and a commitment to providing compassionate care to patients.

Requirements

• CPR Certification
• Coronal Polish Certificate
• Dental assisting experience
• General dentistry knowledge
• Customer service skills
• Mid-level X-Ray Certification
• Dentrix computer skills
• EDDA Certification
• 2 years of experience
• Radiology Certification

Nice To Haves

• Coronal polishing certificate preferred
• Experience with Dentrix preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Perform procedures as prescribed by the dentist.
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays) and save to patient charts.
• Prepare patient for examination and treatment.
• Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart.
• Pour, trim and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate temporary crowns and bridges.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents and patients through the process before treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions.
• Participate in local community affairs and events including school screenings, presentations, events, and any opportunity to promote a positive image of Hometown Dental.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Coordinate calling for unscheduled treatment plans and pre-estimates.
• Assist with monthly inventory counts.
• Assist with other duties as needed.
• May be asked to travel to other offices, as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Dental Discount Program
• 401K Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed