Dental Assistant (DA)

Sign-on Bonus - $1000 sign-on bonus 39 Paid Days Off Each Year

Language Requirements: Bilingual in English/Polish or English/Spanish STRONGLY PREFERRED

Must have prior experience as Dental Assistant

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant is responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of procedures performed by dental staff and assists dentist(s) in all phases of dentistry, including taking diagnostic intra-oral x-rays and completing front desk/registration duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist dentist(s) chair side in all phases of dentistry and manage patient behavior during treatment
• Operate dental radiographic equipment for the purpose of oral radiology; taking diagnostic quality x-rays, developing, and mounting correctly as requested by the dentist(s)
• Follow infection control protocols as specified by professional, state and federal standards
• Provide patients with oral hygiene instructions following dental procedures
• Perform tasks in adherence to all OSHA and regulatory sterilization, infection control, and protective barrier guidelines
• Document treatment and patient information in dental software program

• Required Skills or Abilities
• Ability to assist dentist in all phases of dentistry, and take diagnostic intra-oral x-rays
• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively present information to others, including other employees, community partners, and vendors
• Ability to work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy
• Work in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and ability to effectively work with people from diverse backgrounds and to be culturally sensitive

• Required Knowledge, Experience, or Licensure/Registration
• Completion of certified Dental Assisting Training Program strongly encouraged
• Current provider-level BLS CPR certification required prior to hire