Registered Dental Assistant

Dental Metrics Maven; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to enhance patient care and office efficiency. Responsibilities include managing patient records, performing dental radiographs, and supporting team collaboration. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills, are team-oriented, and have relevant experience in a dental environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a dental setting required.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule.
• Exceptional communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Preparing for daily treatments and managing patient records.
• Assisting in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Maintaining detailed clinical notes in patient charts.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. This position plays a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow for our practice. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Preparing for daily treatments by reviewing patient schedules and charts in advance.
• Setting up the office and operatories each morning, including turning on computers and sterilization setup.
• Recording and communicating patient medical and dental histories, vital signs, and radiographic findings to the doctor.
• Performing dental radiographs and cone beam scans and ensuring their accuracy for the doctor’s review.
• Providing an exceptional patient experience through comfort options, education, and treatment explanations.
• Assisting in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Delivering post-operative instructions as prescribed by the dentist.
• Maintaining detailed and accurate clinical notes in patient charts.
• Generating consult and post-operative reports for referring dentists.
• Collaborating with front and back office teams to ensure efficient schedule management and treatment communication.
• Adhering to strict infection-control policies and ensuring a clean and safe environment.
• Restocking and maintaining operatories to be patient-ready at all times.
• Managing dental supply inventory and anticipating practice needs.
• Ensuring patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Contributing to daily office cleaning tasks.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• X-ray certification
• Experience in a dental setting.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule.
• Exceptional communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour (based on experience).
• Medical insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay