Dental Assistant at Select Dental Management

Bethesda, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Dental Assisting, Diagnostic Imaging, Record Keeping, Infection Control, Communication, Temporary Crowns, OSHA Guidelines, HIPAA Compliance, Dentrix

Industry

Dentists

Description

Bethesda Dental Specialists proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career. We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically- focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey! Overview We are looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant ensures that quality patient care is a priority. Dental Assistants are an essential part of the team that assist the hygienist set up equipment, educate and prepare patients for treatment, aid the hygienist in the safe and efficient execution of procedures, and record and document procedures as directed by the Practice Leader. Schedule: Full Time, Flexible Schedule Duties/Responsibilities * Greet and prepare patients for treatment in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner. * Sterilize and prepare instruments for tray setups before dental procedures. * Take diagnostic-digital imaging as prescribed by the dentists. * Practice within the legal scope of assistant duties with or without certification, depending on state regulations. * Maintain meticulous records on patient charts and documents. * Setup and breakdown rooms according to infection control protocols between patients. * Communicate patient and equipment needs with co-workers. * Other duties as assigned by Practice Leader and/or Dentist. Required Skills/Abilities * Experience with Temporary Crowns preferred * Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and clinical operating procedures. * Work with and maintain all dental equipment. * Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment. * Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction in a professional manner. * Present to work during scheduled shifts (see office manual for specifics). Education and Experience * Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) RHS Certification required. * Other State License/Certification Requirements based on the state you are employed. * Dental assisting experience with general dentistry. * Dentrix experience preferred * Current CPR certification. Physical Requirements * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Prolonged periods of periods of standing and bending. * Must be able to lift

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant ensures that quality patient care is a priority and assists the hygienist in various tasks. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining patient records.