Dental Assistant – Norman, OK

Desort; Norman (OK); Vor Ort; USD 38.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Incentive eligibility

Professional development

Continuing education

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Training resources

Zusammenfassung

Desort in Norman, OK is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with chairside assistance, patient preparation, radiography, infection control, and treatment documentation across orthodontic procedures. You will prepare rooms, assist during orthodontic procedures, take impressions and records, sterilize instruments, maintain privacy, and help manage patient flow.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, Dental Assisting program or 1 year experience, current permits and

Qualifikationen

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or 1 year of experience.
• Current Dental Assisting Permit.
• CPR certification required.
• X-ray certification required for chairside duties.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• HIPAA and patient privacy knowledge.
• Strong communication and organization.
• Reliable attendance in a clinical setting.

Aufgaben

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and equipment.
• Take dental impressions, radiographs, and records.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records and coordinate lab cases.
• Support patient flow and professional patient experience.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assisting program

1 year experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

X-ray equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Dental Assistant - Norman, OK

A dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care. The role involves chairside assistance, patient preparation, radiography, infection control, treatment documentation, and assisting with a variety of dental procedures and specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists during a variety of orthodontic procedures
• Prepare and set up treatment rooms and equipment
• Prepare patients for orthodontic treatment
• Assist with brackets, bands, wires, aligners, and other orthodontic appliances
• Take dental impressions, digital scans, radiographs, and orthodontic records as directed
• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control procedures
• Provide patients with instructions regarding oral hygiene, braces, aligners, and appliance care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Coordinate and track orthodontic lab cases and appliances
• Support efficient patient flow and clinical operations
• Communicate effectively with patients, orthodontists, and other team members
• Maintain a positive and professional patient experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a Dental Assisting program or at least 1 year of Dental Assistant experience
• Current Dental Assisting Permit
• Current CPR certification
• Current X-ray certification required for chairside duties
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively in a clinical environment
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance if required for business-related driving

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Incentive eligibility
• Opportunities for professional development
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth
• Training and development resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.