Dental Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Review patients’ medical histories and record vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse.
• Serve as the infection control officer by developing protocols and preparing/sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
• Provide post-operative instructions for oral care following procedures such as restorations, extractions, and surgeries.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling.
• Take dental impressions for study models and other diagnostic purposes.
• Perform administrative and office management tasks using a personal computer.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and suppliers—handling scheduling, phone calls, billing, and supply orders.
• Support direct patient care across multiple dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and oral surgery.