Dental Assistant

Full Job Description

OverviewJoin our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become an essential part of delivering exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will support the dentist by providing chairside assistance, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth workflow within a fast-paced dental clinic. Your expertise will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for from the moment they walk through the door. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and more all while making a positive impact on patients’ smiles and health.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and setting up dental materials to ensure efficient patient care.
• Assist dentist during various procedures including restorations, extractions, and pediatric dentistry treatments.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using advanced imaging technology such as 3D scanners while adhering to strict infection control protocols.
• Manage patient records accurately within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Monitor vital signs and medical history documentation to support comprehensive patient assessments.
• Provide excellent chairside assistance with aseptic techniques and maintain a sterile environment throughout procedures.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phones as a dental receptionist, and managing medical documentation and records.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including four-handed dentistry for improved efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical coding to ensure precise communication and documentation.
• Experience operating dental equipment such as X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and other medical imaging devices.
• Familiarity with dental software platforms like Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for managing patient information seamlessly.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and aseptic techniques to maintain a safe clinical environment.
• Ability to perform vital signs assessment and understand pediatric dentistry principles for caring for young patients.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members including dental receptionists and hygienists. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly contribute to healthier smiles! We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to grow their expertise in a supportive environment that values professionalism, precision, and compassionate patient care.

Benefits:

• Family leave
• Free parking
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Location:

• Millington, TN 38053 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Millington, TN 38053 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person