Dental Assistant (73992)

Women's Care; London (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

London Women's Care is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. Under dentist supervision, you will provide chairside support, prepare instruments, and help deliver high-quality patient care.

You will take radiographs, manage infection control, and assist with lab tasks, ensuring comfort and safety for every patient. The role emphasizes collaboration, patient communication, and adherence to HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of dental assistant experience or certification in Dental Assisting.
• CPR certification is required.
• X-ray certification preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to put patients at ease.
• Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment following regulations.
• Ability to maintain infection control per OSHA/CDC/ADA standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in providing dental treatment in a clinical setting.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and operatory.
• Take and prepare radiographs using conventional or digital systems.
• Provide active chairside assistance and four-handed dentistry.
• Drape patients and manage patient flow during procedures.
• Prepare dental materials and assist with laboratory procedures.
• Ensure infection control protocols are followed for every patient.
• Support the Dental Program operations and assist with documentation.

Skills

Dental assisting

CPR certification

X-ray certification

Customer service

Infection control

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification in Dental Assisting

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 11200_KY_803 Meyers Baker Rd Ste 200 - London, KY 40741

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Clinical Staff

London Women's Care is dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive healthcare for every member of your family. From newborns to seniors, our skilled providers offer a wide range of specialties, including Primary Care, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Dentistry, and Behavioral Health.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of a Dentist in a clinical setting, the Dental Assistant will work with the dentist in providing dental treatment for patients.
• Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for dental assistants.
• Prepares and maintains dental instruments, supplies and equipment; prepares the operatory for the patient visit.
• Seats patient in chair and explains procedures to be performed; collects and records patient health histories.
• Drapes patient with protective linens and sets up instrument tray containing instruments, suction, gauze and other required supplies.
• Prepares dental materials-cements, amalgams, composites, impression materials, etc.
• Takes and prepares radiographs using conventional or digital technology and following proper radiation safety precautions.
• Assists with dental charting as appropriate.
• Assists in the prevention and management of dental emergencies.
• Manages the patient during dental procedures.
• Provides active chairside assistance; transfers instruments as appropriate for four-handed dentistry; anticipates the dentist's needs.
• Takes impressions for study casts, athletic mouth guards and custom tray.
• Performs laboratory procedures neatly and efficiently.
• Pours models with no bubbles, properly trim models, polish dental prostheses, make vac-u-press forms.
• At the conclusion of the procedure, assists patient, clears work site of instruments and other materials; follows proper infection control protocols and prepares the operatory for the next patient.
• Monitors and documents the flow of laboratory cases; maintains lab facility.
• Scans reception room for patients and helps to manage patient flow.
• Maintains and inventories dental supplies and lets manager know to reorders as necessary; tracks and verifies invoices if assigned by manager.
• Cleans and sterilizes all instruments; helps to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
• Participates in the ongoing evaluation of Dental Program operations to assure the delivery of high-quality services that support the financial sustainability of the program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities for Certified Dental Assistants

• Polish the patient's teeth to remove stains and soft deposits with Coronial Polishing Certification.
• Apply topical fluoride and varnishes.
• Apply pit and fissure sealants.
• Remove surgical sutures.
• Pre-select orthodontic bands.
• Place and remove orthodontic bands.
• Adapt temporary crowns.
• Place topical medications.
• Remove excess cement from fabricated restoration and orthodontic bands.
• Demonstrate and embody the Women's Care mission and core values.
• Compliance with all HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

#HP Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer a minimum of 1 year of dental assistant experience OR certification in Dental Assisting.
• CPR certification
• X-ray certification preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to put patients at ease.
• Ability to set up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to manage the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and ADA standards.
• Maintain and expand current level of dental assistant skills and knowledge by periodically attending continuing education programs.
• Place a high value on personal and departmental performance excellence.
• Able to professionally handle high-pressure situations and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Able to accept constructive criticism and instruction while maintaining a positive attitude towards managers, programs and job responsibilities.
• Acts as a role model - willing to accept or volunteer on projects as opportunity arises.
• Must be dependable, reliable, and punctual.