Dental Assistant: Patient Care & X-Ray Tech

Neighborhood-Family-Practice; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood-Family-Practice in Cleveland seeks a dedicated dental assistant to support providers in exams, prepare rooms and instruments, assist during procedures, and help ensure patient comfort and safety. You will sterilize and stock supplies, take radiographs, document visits in the EMR, and follow universal precautions plus OSHA guidelines while maintaining calm, professional patient interactions.

This entry-level position reports to the Dental Clinic Manager and offers on-site work with

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assistant training program.
• Certified CDA Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and OSHA guidelines.
• Proficient in using EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays.
• Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Record treatment information in patient records and take histories.
• Assist dentist during procedures and manage patient flow.
• Maintain supplies and assist in emergencies.

Skills

Dental assistant tasks

EMR proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

OSHA knowledge

BLS knowledge

Education

CDA Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit

Dental assistant training program

Current BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Neighborhood-Family-Practice in Cleveland seeks a dedicated dental assistant to support providers in exams, prepare rooms and instruments, assist during procedures, and help ensure patient comfort and safety. You will sterilize and stock supplies, take radiographs, document visits in the EMR, and follow universal precautions plus OSHA guidelines while maintaining calm, professional patient interactions.

This entry-level position reports to the Dental Clinic Manager and offers on-site work with