Dental Assistant

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, a professional demeanor, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dental environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment for dental procedures.
• Prepare patients for examinations and dental procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate the needs of the dentist.
• Obtain and document patient information as directed.
• Assist with dental X-rays and imaging procedures when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and supplies.
• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and properly store instruments and equipment according to established infection-control procedures.
• Follow all applicable infection-control, safety, and health regulations.
• Provide patients with basic instructions regarding oral hygiene and post-treatment care as directed by the dental provider.
• Monitor and maintain adequate supplies in treatment areas.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of dental supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Communicate professionally with patients, dental staff, and other healthcare personnel.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality of medical and dental information.
• Assist with scheduling, documentation, and other administrative duties as needed.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dental Assistant certification or completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
• Experience working in a dental office, clinic, hospital, or other healthcare setting.
• Experience with dental charting and electronic medical/dental record systems.
• Experience with dental X-rays and dental equipment.
• CPR/BLS certification, if required for the assignment.
• Familiarity with infection-control and sterilization procedures.

Skills

• Dental Assisting
• Chairside Assistance
• Patient Care
• Dental Procedures
• Infection Control
• Sterilization
• Dental Instruments
• Patient Documentation
• Medical/Dental Records
• Communication Skills
• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Computer Skills
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality
• Time Management