Bilingual Dental Assistant — Patient Care & Education

PrimeCare Benefits Group, Inc.™; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Dental Benefits Ltd. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a full-time dental assistant to support patient-centered care in a busy dental office. The ideal candidate motivates patients and promotes excellent oral health as part of overall wellbeing. We value teamwork and strong customer service.

The role encompasses direct patient care, administrative support, and adherence to infection control and OSHA standards. CPR certification and a accredited program certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Two years' dental assistant experience.
• Certificate from an accredited dental assisting program.
• CPR Certification.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operatory appropriately for exam or dental procedures to be performed.
• Prepare the patient for their visit with the dentist while offering excellent customer service.
• Assisting the dentist chairside.
• Deliver patient education about disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment as directed by the dentist or hygienist.
• Assist with caries management protocols including providing fluoride treatment and individualized oral hygiene instructions and patient education.
• Expose and scan radiographs as prescribed by the attending dentist.
• Lab work as assigned.
• Document appropriate clinical notes in the electronic health record.
• Assist with disease management projects as assigned, which may include participation in Health Fairs or patient outreach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Attending Dentist, Chief Clinical Officer, or Dental Practice Manager.
• Compliance with CDC guidelines for infection control and instrument processing.
• Compliance with office OSHA protocols including the Blood Borne Pathogens Standard.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Certificate from accredited dental assisting program

Job description

Nevada Dental Benefits Ltd. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a full-time dental assistant to support patient-centered care in a busy dental office. The ideal candidate motivates patients and promotes excellent oral health as part of overall wellbeing. We value teamwork and strong customer service.

The role encompasses direct patient care, administrative support, and adherence to infection control and OSHA standards. CPR certification and a accredited program certificate are required.