Dental Assistant – Patient Care & Chairside Support

Young Family Dental Orem; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Family Dental Orem in Orem, UT seeks a friendly Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures and maintain a clean, efficient clinical environment. You will assist the dentist during fillings, extractions, crowns and root canals, hand instruments, and ensure patient comfort.

Requirements include CDA or RDA preferred, X-ray certification, knowledge of patient management software, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred.
• X-ray certification required or preferred depending on state regulations.
• Knowledge of Patient Management Software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during procedures (e.g., fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals).
• Hand instruments to the dentist and anticipate procedural needs.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment.
• Review medical histories and update patient records.
• Provide post-procedure instructions and oral hygiene education.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Organize and maintain dental supplies and instruments.
• Ensure operatory cleanliness and readiness between appointments.
• Schedule appointments and confirm visits.
• Assist with billing, insurance processing, or charting.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Education

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred

Tools

X-ray certification

Job description

Young Family Dental Orem in Orem, UT seeks a friendly Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures and maintain a clean, efficient clinical environment. You will assist the dentist during fillings, extractions, crowns and root canals, hand instruments, and ensure patient comfort.

Requirements include CDA or RDA preferred, X-ray certification, knowledge of patient management software, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.