Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners in Pennsylvania is seeking a Dental Assistant who shares our passion for patient care and education, and who helps create a welcoming environment for our patients. Responsibilities include chair-side support, patient education, taking X-rays, charting treatment plans, sterilization, and maintaining files.

Qualifications include completing a dental assisting program, state-required radiology certification, dental assisting experience preferred, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program and radiology certification per state requirements.
• Experience as a dental assistant is preferred.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all appointment stages.
• Take and process X-Rays.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files.
• Complete sterilization of equipment and operatories.
• Educate patients on oral health maintenance.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Dental software

Dentrix

Education

Dental assisting program

State-required radiology certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dentrix

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking aDental Assistantthat shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
• Take and process X-Rays
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

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