Pedo Dental Assistant

Sonrava Health; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dental services is seeking a skilled dental assistant to provide patient care in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and maintaining strict infection control protocols. Ideal candidates will have the necessary state certifications and an associate degree or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Certifications as mandated by state, like coronal polish and radiograph exposure.
• Experience with ultrasonic scaling and sealant application preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist and prepare patients for treatment.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and infection control guidelines.
• Instruct patients on oral health care.

Skills

Infection control compliance

Patient care

Radiograph skills

Oral health instruction

Education

Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college

Job description

Overview

Our conveniently located office offers a range of affordable, high quality dental services-from routine teeth cleanings to complex procedures. We believe that to provide exceptional lifetime care for patients, we must hire and grow team members who will support the business and clinical needs of each supported dental office and foster a strong team building culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties
• Attend to the patient and parents individual concerns and expectations
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist - complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner, record patient charting and all of the dentist’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
• Take and understand basic pediatric vital signs
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations

Qualifications

• Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc) • Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience