Dental Assistant

Select Dental Management LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental management company is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to ensure quality patient care in a clinically-focused, fully digital office. You will join a motivated team and assist in various duties, from preparing patients for treatment to maintaining records. Ideal candidates should possess a Dental Assisting National Board certification and a commitment to patient comfort.

Benefits

PTO, paid holidays, office closure days

Medical

Vision

Dental allowance

Uniform allowance, as needed

401(k) Eligibility

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) RHS Certification required.
• Experience in pediatrics and general dentistry.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist in setting up equipment and preparing patients.
• Maintain accurate records on patient charts and documents.
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment.

Skills

Adhere to OSHA guidelines

Maintain dental equipment

Facilitate patient comfort

Education

Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) RHS Certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

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Select Dental Management LLC provided pay range

This range is provided by Select Dental Management LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$27.00/hr - $30.00/hr

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: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am - 2:00pm

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

• 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 pediatrics and general dentistry.
• 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 <15 pounds at times.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees*

• PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental allowance
• Uniform allowance, as needed
• 401(k) Eligibility
• And many more!
  
  

*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*

Our Mission & Values: To make the teams, patients, and practices we support healthier and happier.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Dentists

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