Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Chairside Support

Lightwave Dental Management LLC; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightwave Dental Management LLC is seeking a dental assistant to support the dentist during procedures, prepare rooms, and manage patient care. The role includes radiography, patient education, and meticulous records in the EHR system.

Ideal candidates will hold CPR, coronal polishing, and X-ray certifications, with strong communication and organizational skills and a compassionate approach to patient comfort.

Qualifications

• Current CPR Certification
• Coronal Polishing Certification
• X-ray Certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling
• Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards
• Compassionate approach to patient care and comfort

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during procedures, managing instruments and suction.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options.
• Update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
• Follow sterilization and infection control protocols (OSHA).
• Help manage and confirm patient appointments.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking abilities

Compassionate patient care

Proficient in dental procedures

Education

CPR Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

X-ray Certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Chairside Assistance:Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
• Patient Care:Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
• X-Ray Imaging:Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols.
• Patient Education:Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options.
• Records Management:Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
• Infection Control:Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols.
• Appointment Scheduling:Help manage and confirm patient appointments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support.

Qualifications:

• Must have current CPR Certification
• Must have Coronal Polishing Certification
• X-ray certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling.
• Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards.
• A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort.