Dental Assistant I

Lightwave Dental Management LLC; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightwave Dental Management LLC in Wilmington, NC is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our dental team. You will support dentists and hygienists, prepare treatment rooms, and help ensure a smooth patient experience.

You will perform chairside assistance, take X-rays, educate patients on oral care, manage records in the EHR, follow infection control protocols, and coordinate appointments with the team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Dental Assistant certification and X-ray certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling.
• Thorough understanding of infection control and OSHA standards.
• Compassionate approach to patient care and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols.
• Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options.
• Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
• Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols.
• Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Instrument handling

Infection control

OSHA knowledge

Compassionate care

Dental procedures

Education

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and caring Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting our dentists and hygienists, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort


• Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment


• X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols


• Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options


• Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems


• Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols


• Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments


• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support

Qualifications:

• Dental Assistant certification.


• X-ray certification


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities


• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling


• Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards


• A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort