Dental Assistant | Patient Care & X-ray Expert

Dental-Depot; Independence (MO); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Dental Depot is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support the dentist across orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery. You will prepare patients, set up trays, take x-rays, maintain equipment and ensure infection control.

You will manage patient flow, assist with procedures, document treatment in patient management software, and help train interns on safety policies. A Dental Assisting Program or at least one year of experience, plus CPR/BLS and X-ray certification

Formación

• Completion of Dental Assisting Program or minimum one year experience as a Dental Assistant.
• CPR with BLS Certification is required; X-Ray Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of CDT codes and infection control standards.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patient for dental procedures and assist during treatments.
• Take and expose dental diagnostic x-rays and manage sensor care.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain operatory cleanliness.
• Document treatment in patient records and manage inventory.

Conocimientos

Patient care

X-ray exposure

Infection control

Vital signs

Equipment setup

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Time management

HIPAA/compliance

Communication

Educación

Dental Assisting Program or equivalent

Herramientas

Eaglesoft

Microsoft Office Suite

X-ray Certification

Descripción del empleo

Dental Depot is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support the dentist across orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery. You will prepare patients, set up trays, take x-rays, maintain equipment and ensure infection control.

You will manage patient flow, assist with procedures, document treatment in patient management software, and help train interns on safety policies. A Dental Assisting Program or at least one year of experience, plus CPR/BLS and X-ray certification