Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Radiography Pro

Charles Drew Health Centers; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Drew Health Centers is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, welcoming patients, and assisting dentists during procedures. You will sterilize and deliver instruments, take digital radiographs, and help educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.

The role requires reading patient histories, taking vital signs, and performing basic computer-based office tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program preferred.
• Ability to chart and enter data in EDR; proficient in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take Digital Radiographs (via computer/sensors).
• Take patient medical history and monitor blood pressure and pulse.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control per Joint Commission and OSHA standards.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care; provide instructions.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Dental Assistant Program

Tools

EDR system

Computer skills

Job description

Charles Drew Health Centers is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, welcoming patients, and assisting dentists during procedures. You will sterilize and deliver instruments, take digital radiographs, and help educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.

The role requires reading patient histories, taking vital signs, and performing basic computer-based office tasks.