Dental Assistant - Temporary Full-time

About the Role

The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery in a community-focused clinic, working alongside dentists in four-handed dentistry. They ensure efficient patient flow, prepare treatment areas, and assist during various dental procedures while emphasizing a welcoming, human-centered patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow, prepare patients, and assist during treatments
• Record medical/dental histories and vital signs
• Assist with dental procedures, take X-rays, and sterilize instruments
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, registration, and insurance forms
• Maintain dental supplies and equipment

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• X-Ray License
• 1-2 years of experience or completion of a Dental Assistant Training Program
• Knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and electronic health records
• Certification for health clearances and specific duties based on licensure level, including radiography, intraoral procedures, and orthodontic assistance, under supervision

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Administrative proficiency
• Bilingual proficiency preferred
• Ability to work in a team, support diversity, and adapt to change
• Physical ability for continuous movement and working in four-handed dentistry