Dental Assistant

GoTu

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Hybrid

USD 34,440 - 48,216

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Occupational accident and malpractice insurance

Express pay option

Access to educational resources

Job summary

A dental service app is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide patient care during dental procedures and manage administrative tasks. Suitable candidates must possess a dental assistant certificate or similar credentials. This role offers flexibility to work on your terms, with opportunities for both temporary and permanent positions.

Qualifications

Must possess at least one of the following: an active dental assistant certificate, a radiology certificate, or an active PA issued license number.
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Work at dental offices to help administer patient care during dental cleanings.
Educate patients about procedures and dental maintenance.
Set up dental exam tables and assist during procedures.
Keep track of administrative duties like scheduling and billing.
Ensure patients feel comfortable during their appointment.

Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Understanding of HIPAA regulations

Education

Active dental assistant certificate or radiology certificate

Active PA issued license number

Tools

Dental, medical, and scheduling software

Job description

Join to apply for the Dental Assistant role at GoTu

Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00/hour

Work where and when you want, for the price you want, with the GoTu app! Designed with the help of dental professionals, GoTu helps others craft their perfect schedules on their own terms and gain control of their work/life balance.

With GoTu, you can accept temporary or permanent dental assistant opportunities from your phone and get peace of mind with guaranteed payment. Our rapidly growing community has worked over 200,000 shifts since our launch in 2019, proving that GoTu is the #1 app for dental assistants.

Whether you're looking to find your forever job, get some extra cash for that upcoming vacation, or expand your skill sets, GoTu is the platform for you. The GoTu community welcomes qualified dental assistants from outside the U.S. as long as they can prove certification/licensure where they intend to practice.

Occupational accident and malpractice insurance
Full control over when/where you work and how much you charge for your services
No time commitments mean you can have the flexibility to build the career you want on your terms
Express pay option allows you to get paid within a day of working the shift
Guaranteed pay means you’ll never have to chase down another check after your shift or have your hours reduced
Cancellation protection up to 4 days prior to your shift with guaranteed pay
High-touch support from our live and knowledgeable team
Access to GoTu’s educational resources and live webinars to advance your career

Dental Assistant Job Responsibilities

Work at dental offices, orthodontic practices, and dental surgery centers to help administer patient care during dental cleanings and oral surgery.
Educate patients about procedures and dental maintenance, give instructions for oral care, order x-rays and other scans, and reach out to patients about scheduling routine appointments.
Set up dental exam tables, assist during cleanings and fillings, and hold dental instruments like suction tubs and mirrors while the Dentist works.
Keep track of administrative duties like scheduling patients, stocking supplies, and billing patients or insurance providers.
Ensure patients feel comfortable during their appointment and are well-informed about treatment and dental wellness.
Ability to work with and troubleshoot a variety of dental, medical, scheduling, and other practice software.

Dental Assistant Job Requirements

Must possess at least one of the following: an active dental assistant certificate, a radiology certificate, or an active PA issued license number.
Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Seniority level