Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro with X-Ray Certification

Bowen Health, Inc.; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowen Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in patient care, chair-side assistance, and administrative duties at our Indiana clinic.

The role includes taking x-rays, sterilizing instruments, maintaining records, and assisting with scheduling and front desk tasks. High school diploma or GED is required, with preferred dental assisting experience and X-ray certification.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Prefer at least one year of dental office experience.
• X-ray certification preferred or required by state law.
• Radiographic license required if operating dental x-ray equipment.
• Criminal and driving background checks satisfactory.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the dental clinic each day and ensure readiness.
• Prepare patients for appointments and educate them on procedures and oral hygiene.
• Obtain patients' medical and medication history.
• Take and monitor patients' vital signs.
• Assist dentist and hygienists during chair-side procedures and hand instruments.

Skills

Dental assisting

X-ray certification

Patient care

Medical history taking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental Assisting certificate

Job description

Bowen Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in patient care, chair-side assistance, and administrative duties at our Indiana clinic.

The role includes taking x-rays, sterilizing instruments, maintaining records, and assisting with scheduling and front desk tasks. High school diploma or GED is required, with preferred dental assisting experience and X-ray certification.