Dental Assistant

Kathryn Lewis, D.D.S, DBA: Findlay Dental Group; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Kathyry Lewis, D.D.S, DBA Findlay Dental Group in Findlay, OH seeks a Dental Assistant to welcome patients, prepare for procedures, and assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry as needed.

Ideal candidates will maintain infection control, manage EMR records per HIPAA, and educate patients on oral health. Training on advanced tools including 3D scanners is available.

Qualifications

• Experience welcoming patients in a dental setting.
• Ability to educate patients on oral health practices.
• Understanding of infection control and HIPAA regulations.
• Willingness to train on new equipment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients in the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry (optional).
• Manage patient records using EMR systems in compliance with HIPAA.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-treatment care.
• Record vital signs and medical history details.
• Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
• Familiarity with dental equipment including 3D scanners (Will Train).
• Strong communication and teamwork with the healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

HIPAA compliance

Patient-focused

Willingness to learn

Tools

EMR software

3D scanners

Instruments handling

Job description

Duties for our Dental Assistant (DA) Include:

• Welcome patients in the dental office
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry (optional)
• X-Ray certificate (optional)
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) systems in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and preventative measures to promote optimal dental health
• Record vital signs and medical history details to support patient assessments
• Uphold aseptic techniques and infection control standards throughout all clinical activites to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff
• Familiarity with dental equipment operation includin 3D scanners and other advanced diagnostic tools *Will Train*
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to work collaboratively within the healthcare team

Compensation:

• $1/hour