Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical history
- Enter patient information into electronic health record system (Epic)
- Assist with medical documentation and coding
- Manage and maintain dental records

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assistant program
- Current CPR certification
- Experience working in a pediatric dental setting is preferred
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems (Epic)
- Knowledge of medical coding and billing practices
- Familiarity with computer-assisted design (CAD) software for creating dental prosthetics is a plus

This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. The ideal candidate should be organized, compassionate, and have a strong desire to provide quality oral healthcare to patients.

If you are looking for a rewarding career as a Dental Assistant in a pediatric dental practice, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Job-related location requirement:

• Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.

Work Location: In person