Dental Assistant (Part-Time)

Hero Practice Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventure Dental & Orthodontics in Washington, DC is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in delivering high-quality care. Pay range is $20-$28 per hour.

You will collect patient records, take radiographs, write notes, educate patients, and maintain sterilization and cleanliness per OSHA standards, serving underserved children.

Qualifications

• Radiology education and training that meets state requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents.
• Ability to multitask and complete dental tasks accurately and timely.
• Knowledge of eClinical Works (eCW) is a plus.
• Previous experience working in a dental office preferred.
• Current BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records.
• Obtain dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist.
• Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed.
• Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents and educate them on good oral health.
• Organize and sterilize dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards.
• Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients, including restrooms, lobby, and common areas.
• Participate in other duties supporting high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children.

Education

Radiology education and training that meets state requirements

Current BLS CPR certification

Tools

eClinical Works (eCW)

Job description

Adventure Dental & Orthodontics in Washington, DC is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients.

Pay range: $20-$28/hr

Job Responsibilities

• Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
• Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist
• Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed
• Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health
• Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
• Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
• Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children

Job Qualifications

• Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
• Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
• Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
• Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
• Current BLS CPR certification

In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.