What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Dental Assistant position at Northern Virginia Dental Office?
Welcome! We are a general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dental practice who uses effective treatments and state-of-the-art dental technology to provide the highest quality of care. We love being a part of the Fairfax community by helping individuals with their dental needs, and we are always happy to accept new patients! If you like what we’re about, then apply with us, your just the team player we're looking for. We can’t wait for you to become a long-term team member of our dental family!
Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:
The Dental Assistant will be responsible for general clinic administrative work and maintenance, as well as completing lab work under the direction of the dentist. The Dental Assistant’s primary responsibility is to prepare the examination rooms for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the dentist. They also assist the dentist during their procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment. The Dental Assistant may also be responsible for greeting patients as they arrive, submitting billing details to the insurance company and scheduling the patient’s next appointment before they leave the clinic. Other duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Update and maintain client’s dental records
- Perform routine dental Prophy cleanings and assist the dentist with complex dental procedures
- Take and process X-rays of patients
- Schedule patient appointments
- Take billing and insurance details from patients
- Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene
Please fill out our application so we can learn more about you. https://www.dentcarenow.com/about/careers/
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25