Dental Assistant

Commonwealth of Virginia; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state entity is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to provide essential support in a dynamic dental practice. The role involves coordinating patient appointments, assisting with dental procedures, and managing compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications, strong communication skills, and a sound understanding of dental office procedures. Join a dedicated team focused on providing high-quality dental care in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of four-handed dentistry principles and dental office standard practices.
• Certification in x-rays and current CPR certification required.
• Experience in dental assisting preferred for quality assurance and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and manage record keeping.
• Prepare instruments for dental treatment and maintain sterilization protocols.
• Handle patient inquiries and ensure compliance with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Four-handed dentistry

Dental office practice management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA, HIPAA)

Education

Certification in x-rays

Current CPR Certification

Graduate from an accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dental office electronic software

Job description

The Dental Assistant will provide principles of four-handed dentistry, coordination for the operations of front desk activates, management of inventory control of patient records to ensure compliance with prescribed program quality assurance / risk management procedures, as well as knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Duties and Tasks :

• Provides principles of four-handed dentistry for the delivery of services during dental procedures coordinates the activities of the front desk
• Making and receiving telephone calls concerning dental services
• Scheduling appointments
• Maintaining inventory and supplies, and recall systems,
• Preparing instruments for treatment
• Maintaining treatment areas according to infection and biohazardous control protocols, as well as exposing diagnostic x-rays
• Perform expanded duties as delegated by the Commonwealth of Virginia to dental assistants. Utilize electronic dental office software to maintain patient records.
• Practice infection control practices for the preparation of the dental operatory, as well as the cleaning and sterilization of instruments.
• Maintain records of dental laboratory cases.
• Maintain records of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA protocols as it applies to the delivery of dental treatment.
• Manages patient re-care and appointment databases utilizing dental software programs.

Minimum Qualifications :

Required KSAs :

• Knowledge and skills of the principles of four-handed dentistry.
• Knowledge and skills of dental office practice management procedures.
• Knowledge and skills to utilize basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Office and dental office electronic software.
• Knowledge and skills to expose diagnostic x-rays.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical aspects for clinical practice.
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Requirements :

• Certification in x-rays
• Current CPR Certification by the American Heart Association.
• Current immunization record such as tetanus, HEP-B vaccination series and / or documented immunity.
• Current TB testing or chest x-ray.

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional Considerations :

• Certified Dental Assisting credential from the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc.
• Graduate from an accredited dental assisting program by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
• Experience in dental assisting and / or dental office management as it pertains to quality assurance, inventory control of patient records, and recare systems
• Experience in dental health care management in an educational setting.