- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Burke, VA
Job Description
Duties:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures- Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for dental procedures- Take and develop dental x-rays- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care- Perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical history- Update and maintain patient medical records and documentation- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures- Perform dental laboratory procedures, such as pouring and trimming models
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively- Proficiency in using dental software, such as CAD or Epic, for medical coding and documentation purposes- Knowledge of pediatric dentistry is a plus- Familiarity with medical coding and billing processes
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
