Dental Assistant

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the dentist during clinical procedures, delivering excellent patient care, and enhancing the efficiency of the dental team. The Dental Assistant performs a wide range of clinical and administrative tasks within their scope of practice as defined by state law, while promoting a positive, patient-focused experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the dental assistants, dental hygienists, and dentists to streamline communication and patient care.

• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate the activities of the dental assistant and dental hygiene team to maintain clinical workflow.

• Organize daily schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while staggering breaks to maintain productivity.

• Train and onboard new dental assistants and dental hygienists, reinforcing adherence to office protocols and clinical standards.

• Monitor compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols.

• Document and update clinical protocols, procedures, and workflow guidelines as needed.

• Order, receive, and maintain inventory of dental supplies, ensuring cost-efficiency and readiness.

• Cookout routine servicing and repairs of clinical equipment to ensure functionality and safety.

• Perform chairside dental assisting duties including:

  • Room setup and breakdown
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Taking digital X-rays
  • Patient preparation and support
  • Support patient flow and provide excellent care and service throughout the patient visit.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a dental office; general dentistry experience preferred.

• Certification from an accredited Dental Assisting program or equivalent required.

• Current Radiology Certification and CPR/BLS certification required.

• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and chairside procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team with professionalism and integrity.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Proven ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain efficiency in a high-volume clinical environment.

Work Environment

General dental practice setting. Exposure to clinical equipment, sterilization chemicals, and patient care materials. PPE is required; adherence to infection control and safety protocols is mandatory.