Dental Assistant

Overview Dental Assistant Location: Whittaker Family Dental - Defiance, OH Job Type: Full-time About Us At our practice, patient care comes first—every visit, every time. Guided by empathy, we are dedicated to transforming the dental experience for our patients. Partnering with North American Dental Group, we are empowered with the resources needed to deliver best-in-class care. Why Join Our Team? We pride ourselves on combining individuality, expertise, and teamwork to provide exceptional group dentistry. If you’re passionate about improving oral health and creating satisfied patients, we invite you to join us in redefining the culture of dentistry. Your Work Schedule Monday: 7:45am-5pm Tuesday: 7:45am-7pm Wednesday: 7:45am-7pm Thursday: 7:45am-5pm Every other Friday: 7:45am-2pm Your Role as a Dental Assistant As a Dental Assistant, you’ll collaborate with our practice team to provide outstanding clinical support, ensuring patients receive the care they need. You’ll prepare patients for treatment, assist the dentist in restorative procedures, and maintain a high standard of care and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Deliver exceptional chair-side clinical support to dentists and hygienists, including charting, operatory setup/cleanup, and patient education. Record and review patient health histories, make chart entries under the dentist's direction, and ensure all documentation is complete. Set up trays and instruments based on the daily schedule and procedure requirements. Prepare patients, sterilize/disinfect instruments, and maintain asepsis following OSHA standards. Assist with dental procedures, including exposing and developing diagnostic radiographs. Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and other certifications and safety requirements. What You’ll Need to Succeed Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training. 1-5 years of experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply. Radiography/X-Ray certification (state-specific). Current CPR certification. Proficiency in MS Office Suite. A commitment to delivering exceptional service and patient education. Why You’ll Love Working Here Comprehensive Benefits : Including 401(k). Paid Time Off : Competitive PTO that grows with your career. Career Growth : Opportunities for continuing education and development. Exciting Work Environment : A supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork, allowing you to thrive. Equal Opportunity Employer We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr