Dental Assistant

North American Dental Group (NADG); Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work atmosphere

Job summary

A dental care organization in Xenia is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide clinical support and assist dentists and hygienists during procedures. Responsibilities include preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates should be certified in dental assisting with experience preferred. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent clinical support to assist patients.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and assist during procedures.
• Record patient health histories and make chart entries.

Skills

Dental Assisting Certification

Experience in dental assisting

Radiography/X-RAY certification

CPR Certification

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Dental Assistant partners with the practice team to provide excellent clinical support to help patients get the care they need. Dental Assistant will help prepare the patient for treatment and assist the dentist in restorative dentistry.
• Provides excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to Doctors and Hygienists which includes but is not limited to: charting, operatory set/clean up, and patient education.
• Records and reviews patient health history, makes chart entries under the doctor's direction and assures completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Reviews the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepares patients, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, maintains chain of asepsis, prepares materials, and assists dentists during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.
• Exposes and develops dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follows OSHA regulations and safety requirements to include compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X-rays, and other required certifications and registrations.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on the job training.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; will consider new graduates.
• Radiography/ X-RAY certification for respective state.
• CPR Certification required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patient.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k.
• Competitive paid time off for full-time and part-time team members which increases as you grow in your career with us.
• Constant opportunities for career growth and continuing education.
• An exciting atmosphere that allows for freedom and individuality – enabling our team to always strive to do the best for our patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.