Dental Assistant

Park West Health System,Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A busy dental practice in Baltimore is seeking a Dental Assistant to support patient care and assist during procedures. Ideal candidates should hold a Dental x-ray certification and have a commitment to excellent patient care. Responsibilities include preparing patients, managing dental equipment, and recording treatment information. This entry-level, temporary position offers a chance to join a dynamic healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Certification or associate degree in dental assisting.
• Dental x-ray certification required.
• Experience with computer tasks.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for dental work.
• Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments.
• Assisting with dental procedures.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to provide excellent patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification or associate degree from an accredited dental assisting program

Dental x-ray certification

Job description

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Position Summary

We are hiring a dental assistant for our busy dental practice. You will help with preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, setting up rooms, and some dental hygiene tasks. To excel in this role, you should have a dental x-ray certification and a commitment to providing excellent patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for dental work.
• Assisting with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures.
• Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary.
• Supporting dental hygienists with procedures.
• Providing high-quality patient care.
• Recording treatment information in patient records.
• Exposing dental x-rays and maintaining x-ray equipment.
• Educating patients on dental hygiene and oral health care.
• Gathering patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Providing postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Maintaining dental equipment and supplies.
• Forming preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations.
• Ordering dental supplies and managing inventory.
• Fabricating temporary restorations and impressions.

Qualifications

• Certification or associate degree from an accredited dental assisting program.
• Dental x-ray certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with computer tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to provide excellent patient care.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare

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