Compassionate Dental Assistant: Chairside & Patient Care

Lightwave Dental Management LLC; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Real Life Dental in Roanoke, VA seeks a skilled Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, ensure smooth clinic operations, and deliver exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and dedicated to high-quality care.

You will chairside assist during procedures, prepare rooms, take X-rays, educate patients on oral hygiene, manage records in the EHR, and uphold infection control standards.

Qualifications

• X-ray certification required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with dental procedures and instrument handling.
• Infection control knowledge and OSHA standards.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assistance during dental procedures and instrument handling.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize equipment.
• Capture dental X-rays following safety protocols.
• Guide patients on oral hygiene and post-op care.
• Update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards
• Assist with appointment scheduling and patient flow
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth operations

Skills

X-ray certification

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Compassionate care

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and caring Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting our dentists and hygienists, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort

• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment

• X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols

• Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options

• Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems

• Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols

• Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments

• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support

Qualifications:

• X-ray certification

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities

• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling

• Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards

• A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort