What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Dental Assistant position at Pristine Dental Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Certified Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. In this vital role, you will support dentists by providing exceptional patient care, ensuring smooth clinical operations, and maintaining the highest standards of infection control and clinical confidentiality. Your expertise will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting focused on delivering top-quality dental services.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and organize instruments and materials before patient appointments.
- Provide chairside assistance during restorative, cosmetic, surgical, endodontic, prosthodontic, and preventive dental procedures.
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operatories in accordance with OSHA and CDC infection control standards.
- Take and process digital dental radiographs while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Prepare dental materials, including impressions, cements, composites, and temporary restorations as directed.
- Record patient medical histories, update treatment notes, and maintain accurate electronic dental records. Eaglesoft experience preferred.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-operative care, and treatment plans.
- Assist with taking dental impressions, intraoral photographs, and digital scans when required.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of dental supplies, equipment, and instruments.
- Ensure proper maintenance and functionality of dental equipment.
- Schedule appointments, confirm patient visits, and assist with front office duties as needed.
- Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient confidentiality.
- Support a positive patient experience by addressing questions, easing dental anxiety, and providing compassionate care.
- Collaborate effectively with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff to promote efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.
- Adhere to all safety protocols, regulatory guidelines, and office policies while maintaining a clean and professional work environment.
Experience
- Proven 3 year experience as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic setting, preferably with a general dentistry focus.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and clinical procedures related to endodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and pediatrics.
- Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Epic or similar software for managing medical records and documentation.
- Hands-on experience with dental x-ray techniques and equipment operation while maintaining safety standards.
- Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control practices including sterilization procedures and aseptic technique.
- Ability to perform dental instrument processing efficiently while adhering to clinical confidentiality policies.
- Excellent communication skills for patient care coordination and education within a fast-paced environment.
- Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or equivalent credential is required; additional certifications in medical coding or pediatric dentistry are a plus.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25