ID: 546370
NationalDental Assistant Job Posting
Confidential Employer

Description

Lead Dental Assistant or EFDA Compensation based on experience and skillset Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Would you be interested in part-time hours, working 4 days a week with full time pay? Our general dental practice specializes in providing exceptional pediatric dentistry to underserved, lower-income children who often lack access to specialized dental care many kids need because of either behavioral issues or the severity of treatment required. Supported by a dedicated and highly skilled medical team, we create a fun, welcoming environment where kids can build trusting, positive relationships with dentistry. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your dental assisting skills (DAs or EFDAs will be considered) to serve the children in need of specialty dental care, be part of a small driven team and connect with a fulfilling mission. If you feel that you would be the right candidate for this special position, please apply within this Dental Post posting and email your resume to Michael Ritzi at [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info] for direct consideration. Clinical Duties: Assist dentists and hygienists during dental procedures, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic treatments. Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment is properly maintained. Provide chairside assistance, including suctioning, passing instruments, and managing patient comfort. Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventative measures. Patient Care and Communication: Greet and prepare patients for treatment, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment and coordinate follow up care. Address patient questions or concerns, providing clear explanations of procedures and costs. Administrative Duties: Mange inventory of dental supplies, reorder materials, and ensure cost-effective stock levels. Compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and other regulatory standards, including infection control protocols. Assist with patient scheduling, chart management, and billing process as needed. Maintain accurate records of procedures, sterilization logs, and equipment maintenance. Collaborate with the office manager or dentist to implement process improvements or new protocols. Role Responsibilities Education/Certification: Completion of an accredited dental assisting program. Certified dental assistant (CDA) or Registered dental assistant (RDA) credential preferred CPR or BLS, nitrous oxide administration, radiology Experience: Proficiency in dental procedures, equipment, and software (e.g., Dentrix) Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage staff and interact with patients. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle clinical and administrative tasks. Attention to detail for maintaining compliance and ensuring patient safety. Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control, and regulatory standards. Work Environment: Setting: Dental office Physical Requirement: Prolonged standing, dexterity for handling instruments, and ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Schedule: Full-time Contact for HIRING MANAGER: [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info]; [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info]