Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Assistant - Smith & Paul Dentistry, LLC - Hagerstown, MD
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Hagerstown, MD
Job Description
*Overview*
We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will assist the dental team in providing quality oral healthcare to patients.
*Duties*
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Assist dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs
- Take dental x-rays
- Maintain patient records and documentation
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments using aseptic techniques
- Manage inventory of dental supplies and equipment
*Skills*
- Proficiency in Eaglesoft or similar dental software
- Knowledge of endodontics procedures
- Ability to maintain aseptic technique standards
- Experience with dental imaging for dental purposes
- Familiarity with dental documentation and recordkeeping
- Understanding of dental terminology and procedures
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations for patient privacy
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems
- Strong assisting skills to support the dental team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.66 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 â 35 per week
Benefits:
Paid time off
Paid training
Safety equipment provided
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Experience:
Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Maryland Dental Radiography License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Hagerstown, MD 21740: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person