Dental Assistant - Wellrooted Dentistry - Providence, RI

Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing quality dental care to our patients. Your main responsibilities will include assisting the dentist during procedures, taking vital signs, and ensuring the comfort of patients.
Duties:- Assist the dentist during dental procedures- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations- Take and record vital signs of patients- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment- Take and develop dental x-rays- Perform dental receptionist duties, such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient records- Assist with medical documentation and coding- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices- Provide post-operative instructions to patients- Maintain inventory of dental supplies
Skills:- Proficiency in taking vital signs and performing patient assessments- Knowledge of dental receptionist duties, including appointment scheduling and record keeping- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques, such as x-rays- Experience working with pediatric patients is a plus- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy laws
If you are a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and contribute to creating healthy smiles for our patients.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Providence, RI 02903 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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