Dental Assistant (X-Ray Certified)

Chord Specialty Dental Partners; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Chord Specialty Dental Partners in Lawrence, IN, is seeking a Dental Assistant (X-Ray Certified) to support pediatric care, assist the dentist, and maintain equipment and office cleanliness. The role requires DANB X-Ray certification and a focus on compassionate patient experiences.

The position involves radiographs, instrument handling, sterilization, and adherence to OSHA/HIPAA policies. Travel to other locations may be required, with a schedule including multiple short shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• DANB X-Ray Certification.
• Knowledge of radiation techniques/procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA policies.
• Customer service experience with patients and staff.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions and responsibilities.
• Ability to work well under stressful situations.
• Must be available to travel to other locations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate dental care for patients per dentist’s orders.
• Welcomes, seats, and drapes patients to prepare for treatment.
• Take radiographs as deemed medically necessary.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments; assist with four‑hand dentistry.
• Maintain certifications and licensures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Stress management

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Denticon

Job description

Are you ready to work in a practice where every child is treated with compassion, every family feels welcomed, and every visit is designed to create a positive dental experience.

At Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry, we believe that empathy, teamwork, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do. As a proud partner of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, you'll have the support, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive while helping us deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve.

How does this shape your job experience?

We combine our individuality and child-centered dental expertise to practice group dentistry to create healthy smiles and positive experiences that last a lifetime. By working together as one team, we provide compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of every child and family.

Job Summary:

The Dental Assistant (X-Ray Certified) (DA) is an important part of Chord Specialty Dental Partners team. The DA will plan, coordinate, oversee, and provide pediatric patient care for all areas within the dental standards of practice and the policies of Chord Specialty Dental Partners. The DA will also help to maintain equipment, supplies, and the cleanliness and efficiency of the office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate dental care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs and according to dentist’s orders.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides diagnostic information by taking all radiographs and quantity of radiographs deemed medically necessary by the clinical judgement of the treating dentist.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments using four-handed dentistry.
• Maintain appropriate certifications and/or licensures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

What you’ll Need :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• DANB X-Ray Certification
• Knowledge of appropriate radiation techniques/procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPA policies
• Customer Service Experience – Friendly and helpful demeanor with patients and co-workers.
• Flexibility – Must adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
• Ability to work well under stressful situations
• Must be available to travel to other locations to meet operational needs

Preferred, But Not Required

• Knowledge of electronic dental records and practice management systems, specifically D enticon .
• Dental office experience

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:40am - 3:00pm (no lunch), Tuesday and Thursday 7:40am-5pm

Compensation

$19 - $21/hour with $500 sign on bonus

Location

Lawrence, IN

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