What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Dental Assistant position at Southwest Dental?
About us
Southwest Dental is a small business in Rio Rancho, NM. We are agile, customer-centric and professional.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Strong Culture of Team
```Duties```
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Perform dental charting and documentation
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the dental office calendar
- Assist with front desk duties as needed
```Experience```
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance
- Proficiency in taking dental x-rays and operating dental equipment
- Experience with electronic medical records systems such as Epic, Dentrix, or Eaglesoft
- Familiarity with Dental coding and terminology
- Strong understanding of aseptic technique and infection control protocols
Skills:
- Proficient in taking dental x-rays and operating dental equipment
- Knowledge of electronic medical records systems such as Epic, Dentrix, or Eaglesoft
- Familiarity with medical coding and terminology
- Strong understanding of aseptic technique and infection control protocols
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to work well in a team environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $24