Perio Dental Assistant

Commonwealth Dentistry; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Commonwealth Dentistry in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Perio Dental Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist the periodontist and provide high-quality care, take radiographs, and manage patients under sedation. A minimum of one year of surgical dental assisting experience and a current X-Ray certification are required. Benefits include dental insurance, health savings account, and paid time off, making it a great opportunity for a dedicated dental professional.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in surgical dental assisting is required.
• Current X-Ray certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the periodontist during treatment procedures.
• Take and develop dental radiographs.
• Manage patients under sedation.

Skills

Surgical Dental Assisting

Patient management

Infection control

X-Ray procedures

Job description

We are seeking a Perio Dental Assistant to join our team at Commonwealth Dentistry. As a Perio Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing the highest quality dental care to our patients.

Your responsibilities will include assisting the periodontist during various treatment procedures, taking and developing dental radiographs, managing patients under sedation, and serving as an infection control officer. You will also be responsible for ensuring that patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment, providing them with instructions for oral care, and educating them on proper oral hygiene strategies.

Experience in surgical dental assisting is required for this position. You must also have a current X-Ray certification.

Experience: Surgical Dental Assisting (1 year required)

License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (required)

If you are a dedicated and compassionate dental professional looking to join a supportive team and make a difference in patients' lives, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance