Chairside Dental Assistant — Radiology Certified

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support for dentists and hygienists. The role includes following infection control guidelines, exposing radiographs as requested, and handling documentation to ensure smooth patient flow.

Under general direction of the Chief of Dentistry and the Dental Practice Coordinator, you will perform maintenance and administrative duties to promote efficiency and productivity in the Dental Department.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or eligible for certification in Dental Radiology by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Registered Quality Dental Assistant License by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners required.
• Current CPR card is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentist/Hygienist chairside for all procedures and follow infection control guidelines.
• Expose radiographs as requested by the provider and document procedures as required.
• Provide effective chairside assistance, maintenance and administrative duties to promote efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Chairside dental assisting

Infection control

Communication skills

Documentation

Teamwork under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Approved Dental Assistant Program

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Dental Radiology Certification

CPR Certification

Quality Dental Assistant License (MD)

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support for dentists and hygienists. The role includes following infection control guidelines, exposing radiographs as requested, and handling documentation to ensure smooth patient flow.

Under general direction of the Chief of Dentistry and the Dental Practice Coordinator, you will perform maintenance and administrative duties to promote efficiency and productivity in the Dental Department.