Dental Assistant - 259587

Medix™; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our clinical team in Coatesville, PA. You will work with dentists to provide high-quality patient care, prepare operatories, and support both clinical and administrative workflows.

Responsibilities include four-handed dentistry, radiographs, infection control, patient education, and assisting front desk during peak times, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule (open until 7:00 PM on Wednesdays).

Qualifications

• Active Dental Radiology Certification.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Ability to pass standard background clearances.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and practice software.
• Competency in chairside four-handed dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and seat patients, ensure comfort before and after treatment.
• Prepare operatories and instruments for scheduled procedures.
• Assist dentists during procedures using four-handed dentistry.
• Review patient histories and record chief complaints; take vital signs.
• Take and process dental radiographs in accordance with safety standards.
• Provide patient education and post-operative care instructions.
• Escort patients to checkout after visits and manage infection control.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization equipment per guidelines.
• Monitor operatory stock and assist front desk during peak hours.
• Support clinical and administrative workflows and participate in training.

Skills

Chairside four-handed dentistry

Infection control

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Dental practice management software

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and qualified Dental Assistants to join our clinical team in Coatesville, PA. In this role, you will work alongside dentists to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive, community-focused health environment. You will be responsible for preparing treatment operatories, assisting during dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques, taking radiographs, maintaining infection control standards, and supporting both clinical and administrative workflows.

• Number of Openings: 2
• Pay Rate Range: $23.00 – $24.00 / hour
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Open until 7:00 PM on Wednesdays) | 40 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and seat patients, ensuring they are comfortable before, during, and after treatment.
• Prepare operatories and set up necessary instruments, trays, and materials for scheduled procedures.
• Assist dentists during direct patient care utilizing chairside four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Review and update patient medical and dental histories, record chief complaints, and take vital signs (blood pressure).
• Take and process prescribed dental radiographs (x-rays) in compliance with safety standards.
• Provide patient education, post-operative care instructions, and routine oral hygiene guidance following dental procedures.
• Escort patients to the check-out area upon completion of their visit.
• Clean, sanitize, and disinfect operatory surfaces and equipment between patient visits following strict infection control protocols.
• Sterilize instruments and properly maintain sterilization equipment in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Monitor operatory stock, pull reorder tags, and ensure treatment areas remain fully supplied.
• Maintain dental equipment, troubleshoot basic operational issues, and report necessary repair needs.
• Pour dental impressions and manage tracking for cases sent to external laboratories.
• Assist with translation and interpretation for patients and care providers as needed.
• Support overall clinical and administrative workflow, including assisting front desk staff during peak hours.
• Participate actively in staff meetings, continuous training sessions, and organizational compliance programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certifications: Active Dental Radiology Certification and current CPR Certification.
• Clearances: Ability to pass standard background clearances (e.g., Child Abuse Clearance).
• Technical Competency: Knowledge of medical and dental terminology, proficiency with dental practice management software, and competency in chairside four-handed dentistry.
• Compliance & Safety: Demonstrated understanding of infection control protocols, proper instrument sterilization techniques, and regulatory compliance standards (e.g., OSHA).
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual or multilingual communication abilities.
• Experience providing front office or administrative cross-coverage in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with community health operations, public health centres, or community care environments.
• Completed annual compliance training (e.g., Fraud, Waste, and Abuse prevention; Cultural Competency).