Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro for Procedures & X-Rays

Johnson Family Dental; Lakewood (WA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Vision

Job summary

Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, seeks a Dental Assistant to support the team during procedures, prepare instruments, and maintain a clean, organized operatory.

Ideal candidate communicates well, is caring and professional, and can start within a month in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include assisting during surgeries and treatments, taking digital X-rays with Dexis software, sterilizing equipment, preparing materials, updating patient records, and educating patients on

Qualifications

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including surgeries, fillings, cleanings, and other treatments.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment before, during, and after patient treatment.
• Take digital dental X-rays accurately using dexis software.
• Prepare materials for dental procedures (e.g., fillings, impressions, crowns).
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring patients are comfortable and informed.
• Record and update patient medical histories and treatment plans in the dental software.
• Manage dental instruments and tools, passing them to the dentist as needed during procedures.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including surgeries, fillings, cleanings, and other treatments.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment before, during, and after patient treatment.
• Take digital dental X-rays accurately using dexis software.
• Prepare materials for dental procedures (e.g., fillings, impressions, crowns).
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring patients are comfortable and informed.
• Record and update patient medical histories and treatment plans in the dental software.
• Manage dental instruments and tools, passing them to the dentist as needed during procedures.
• Educate patients on post-treatment care and oral hygiene.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Washington RDA active

BLS certification

Tools

Dexis software

Job description

Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, seeks a Dental Assistant to support the team during procedures, prepare instruments, and maintain a clean, organized operatory.

Ideal candidate communicates well, is caring and professional, and can start within a month in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include assisting during surgeries and treatments, taking digital X-rays with Dexis software, sterilizing equipment, preparing materials, updating patient records, and educating patients on