Dental Assistant

Job Description We want you! Our team is searching for an energetic, passionate and friendly individual who is a perfect fit to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate is an outgoing individual who is dedicated to delivering an exceptional patient experience. We desire a cheerful, motivated person who is energized by patient smiles. We are looking for someone who: Greet and welcome patients and visitors to the practice Help maintain a clean and organize office Active X-ray license in the state of Maryland (Dental Radiation Technologist License) Commitment and ability to keep the patients and practice information confidential. Dentrix software experience is a plus Oral surgery/general assisting Neat in appearance Team player Duties: Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming comforting, seating, and draping patient. Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments. Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth. Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory. Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Documents dental care services by charting in patient records. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Paid time off License/Certification: Maryland Radiation Technologist (X-Ray Certification) (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Bel Air, MD 21014 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Bel Air, MD 21014: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr