Dental Assistant

Enhance Dental; Gentry (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Enhance Dental in Gentry, AR, is seeking a Sterilization Technician to support clinical operations in a fast-paced dental setting. This role focuses on sterilizing instruments, setting up treatment areas, and assisting the dentist during procedures.

A positive attitude and reliability are essential. The position requires a high school diploma and is best suited for candidates pursuing a Dental Assistant License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; should be working toward a Dental Assistant License.
• Prior dental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean the exam or surgery area, ensure sanitary conditions, and sterilize surfaces and instruments
• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Prepare examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
• Maintain a surgically clean work environment to prevent infection
• Support patients and staff before, during and after treatment
• Provide patients with oral care instructions following treatment
• Assist in updating and maintaining patient dental records/charts
• Maintain equipment and coordinate repairs as needed
• Perform office tasks using a PC and manage materials and supplies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Working toward a Dental Assistant License

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Gentry Family Dentistry - GENTRY , AR 72734

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: Technical School

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Job Purpose

The Sterilization Technician supports the team by contributing to the day to day operations of the clinic and ensuring a positive experience for patients and staff. This role requires professionalism, dependability and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and clean the exam or surgery area, ensure sanitary conditions, and sterilize surfaces and instruments
• Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Preparing examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
• Preventing the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment
• Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
• Providing patients with instructions for oral care following treatment
• Teaching patient’s appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
• Create, send and track lab cases
• Monitor, order and maintain budget for dental supplies
• Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
• Assisting in updating and maintaining client dental records / charts
• Maintaining equipment and coordinating any necessary repairs
• Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse as needed
• Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed
• Maintaining OSHA and HIPAA compliance
• Displays the Enhance core values of Continuous Improvement, Selfless Team-First Attitude, Embrace Change, Conquer the Mountain Mentality and Take Initiative
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Should be working toward a Dental Assistant License.
• Experience: Prior dental experience preferred.

Working Conditions

Dental practices run at a fast pace and dental assistants will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients.

Physical Requirements

• Use their hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Repeat the same movements.
• Bend or twist their body.
• Sit for long periods of time.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds