Dental Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Exceptional customer and patient service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Meet state requirements for dental assistant duties, continuing education, or licensure, as applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate.
• Availability to work Saturdays.
• Dental assisting experience is not required; certification is not required for hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Denticon dental management software.
• Dental assisting experience.
• Experience working in healthcare or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patients between the reception area and treatment areas in a professional and friendly manner.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked, and reorder inventory when necessary.
• Take and record patients’ medical and dental histories and vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse.
• Document and chart dental procedures performed during each visit according to the dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop diagnostic dental X-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations as permitted by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, and assist the dentist during procedures.
• Educate patients about dental health and oral hygiene strategies, including brushing, flossing, and nutrition.
• Notify the Office Manager about equipment problems or general safety concerns.
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews, and regular office meetings.
• Recognize and be sensitive to patients’ emotions.
• Follow company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws related to dental offices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability.
• On-demand pay, allowing employees to receive a portion of their paycheck before payday.
• On-the-job training.
• Opportunities for internal growth.