Dental Assistant

About the role

As a Dental Assistant at Ideal Dental, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and support to both patients and the dental team. You’ll be empowered with training, tools, and resources to advance your career while making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Every day, you’ll help create beautiful smiles and contribute to the health and well‑being of the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of dental procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable and the treatment process runs smoothly.
• Take dental x‑rays with precision and care to support accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
• Prepare and break down operatories after each procedure, maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Manage patient flow by facilitating smooth handoffs and assisting in patient transitions throughout their visit.
• Ensure infection control standards are met by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment to guarantee patient safety.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, helping them develop habits that promote long‑term oral health.
• Take accurate impressions and bite registrations, supporting the creation of custom dental appliances.
• Conduct digital iTero scans, providing accurate, state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic data.
• Assist with patient charting and documentation, supporting doctors in their treatment planning and record‑keeping.
• Collaborate with the entire practice team to deliver exceptional patient experiences and achieve optimal patient satisfaction.
• Greet guests with a smile and prepare/educate them before the dentist exam.
• Use and train on the iTero scanner.
• Assist dentists with all procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment rooms.
• Record medical history for each guest.
• Perform X‑rays and chart existing and recommended treatments.
• Perform other duties as required to support the office and work collectively as a team to provide the best quality guest care.

Requirements

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience as an RDA in a dental practice.
• DeNovo offices (newly acquired locations) may require travel.

Benefits

• Monthly bonus potential.
• Medical insurance.
• Discounted dental benefits for the employee, spouse, and dependent children.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• CPR recertification.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee scholarship program.