What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Wave Pediatric Dentistry?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our reputable dental practice. The ideal candidate will support the clinical team by providing exceptional patient care, assisting with procedures, and ensuring smooth operations within the dental clinic. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about dental health and eager to develop their skills in a professional environment that emphasizes infection control, patient safety, and comprehensive dental services.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies, maintaining aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
- Assist dentists during various procedures including restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and pediatric dentistry treatments.
- Take dental X-rays
- Record vital signs and medical history, update medical documentation, and manage electronic health records using Curve Dental
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures, including four-handed dentistry practices to enhance efficiency.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Manage appointment scheduling as a dental receptionist when needed, coordinating patient flow effectively.
- Assist with medical imaging procedures and understand dental terminology to communicate effectively with the team.
- Maintain inventory of supplies and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols.
- Support pediatric patients by creating a friendly environment tailored to their needs.
Skills
- Proficiency in EMR system (Curve)
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Experience with X-ray techniques,
- Familiarity with dental terminology across general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatrics.
- Ability to perform chairside assisting with proficiency in four-handed dentistry techniques.
- Strong understanding of anatomy knowledge relevant to dentistry and infection control practices.
- Competence in taking vital signs and understanding medical terminology for comprehensive patient care.
- Experience working in a dental clinic environment with a focus on medical coding and documentation accuracy. This position is ideal for motivated individuals committed to delivering high-quality dental care while advancing their professional skills within a supportive team environment that values continuous learning and excellence in patient service.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $24.84 - $29.92 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30