Dental Assistant I: Patient Care & X-Ray Expert

Lightwave Dental Management LLC; Virginia; Híbrido; USD 38 000 - 54 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

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

The role requires X-ray certification, a dental assistant credential, strong communication, organizational abilities, and a compassionate approach to patient care, with strict adherence to infection control and OSHA standards.

Qualificações

• Certification as a Dental Assistant.
• X-ray certification required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in chairside procedures and instrument handling.
• Knowledge of infection control and OSHA standards.
• Compassionate patient-centered care.

Responsabilidades

• Assist dentists during procedures, managing instruments and suction.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Capture dental X-rays following safety protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.
• Update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization workflows.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow.

Conhecimentos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Patient care

Formação académica

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification

Ferramentas

EHR systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

The role requires X-ray certification, a dental assistant credential, strong communication, organizational abilities, and a compassionate approach to patient care, with strict adherence to infection control and OSHA standards.