Dental Assistant

What You'll Do: Greet and welcome all patients and visitors to the practice Prepare operatories, instruments and materials prior to eachappointment. Deliver outstanding patient care and create a welcoming, positive experience from check in throughout treatment. Obtain and document patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical notes accurately. Take quality dental radiographs (X-rays) as prescribed by the dentist. Assist dentists and oral surgeon during procedures, passing instruments, positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning. Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth. Take and assist with impressions; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts. Fabricate temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances. Maintain strict infection control prevention and sterilization standards by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and operatories. Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory. Educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions. Document dental care services by charting in patient records. Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering clinical supplies. Support daily office operations, including maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment. Perform additional duties tosupport patient care and office success.

Required: High School Diploma Maryland Radiation Technologist (X-Ray Certification) Strong communication and patient service skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.

Preferred Qualifications: 1+ year of dental assisting experience Experience assisting with oral surgery and dental implants Experience taking impressions Familiarity with dental practice management software (Dentrix) and electronic patient records Familiarity with dental imaging software (Dexis)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour, negotiable upon experience

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Paid time off

License/Certification: Maryland Radiation Technologist (X-Ray Certification) (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Bel Air, MD 21014 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Bel Air, MD 21014: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person