What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dental Assistant position at Young Smiles Children’s Dentistry?
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dental team in providing quality oral healthcare services to patients.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Assist dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
- Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
- Ability to perform aseptic techniques effectively
- Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures
- Experience in dental assisting, including the use of Eaglesoft software
- Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices
- Understanding of anatomy for dental procedures
- Familiarity with 3D scanning technology
- Competence in medical documentation practices
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
- Dental terminology: 1 year (Required)
- Anatomy knowledge: 1 year (Required)
- Aseptic technique: 1 year (Required)
- HIPAA: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairbanks, AK 99701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28