Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Assistant

E.A. Hawse Health Center

E.A. Hawse Health Center is seeking a dependable and motivated Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will work closely with dentists and other dental staff to provide quality patient care in a professional, friendly, and efficient environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations, treatments, and dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and materials for patient care.
• Seat patients and prepare them for dental procedures.
• Take and process dental X-rays as permitted by applicable regulations and training.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and treatment areas according to infection-control procedures.
• Maintain proper infection-control and safety standards.
• Provide chairside assistance, including instrument transfer, suctioning, and preparation of dental materials.
• Obtain and update patient medical and dental histories.
• Provide patients with instructions before and after dental procedures as directed by the dentist.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient documentation in the electronic health record.
• Assist with maintaining dental supplies and inventory and notify appropriate staff when supplies need to be ordered.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms and dental work areas.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Work cooperatively with dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, front-office staff, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Provide courteous and professional service to patients and their families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental assisting education, certification, or previous dental assisting experience preferred.
• Dental radiology certification or eligibility to obtain certification preferred, as applicable.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or ability to obtain as required.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, procedures, and infection-control practices preferred.
• Basic computer and electronic health record skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Must be dependable, professional, and able to work well as part of a team.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with patients, has a positive attitude, pays attention to detail, and is willing to help wherever needed. The ideal candidate will be dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing excellent patient care.

Employment

Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits: Benefits are available to eligible employees in accordance with E.A. Hawse Health Center policies and benefit plans.

E.A. Hawse Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.