Dental Assistant I

North American Dental Group; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group is seeking a passionate Dental Assistant dedicated to delivering top-notch patient care. In this role, you will provide essential clinical support while ensuring adherence to safety standards. Join us and help improve the dental experience for patients every day by applying your expertise in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Healthcare Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401k

Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or prior on-the-job training required.
• 1-5 years of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and commitment to exceptional patient service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for treatment and assist in restorative procedures.
• Record and review patient health history and make chart entries.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and ensure cleanliness and instrument preparation.

Skills

Patient Education

Charting

Clinical Support

Infection Control

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

Radiography/X-RAY Certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Dental Software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

“Open Up” to A Whole New Dental Experience

Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every visit. Our guiding principle is empathy, and we want you to join us on our mission to transform the dental experience. Our practice partners with North American Dental Group which provides us with the necessary support in order to fulfill our purpose of ensuring excellent patient care.

Wondering how this shapes your job experience?

We use our individuality and dental expertise to practice group dentistry and ensure that every patient leaves our office feeling satisfied. Do you have the drive and passion to help others improve their oral health in the way that we do? Come join our team— help us pioneer a new culture of dentistry.

Smiling from Open to Close

Monday-Tuesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pmWednesday:8:00 am - 4:00 pmThursday:9:00 am - 5:00 pmFriday:9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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.

Skills Required to Make a Great “Impression” on Our Team

• 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

So How Can You “Fill” This Role?

• 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

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-time employees)
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Employee Discount Program

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.

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