Healthcare, Dental Support Organization (DSO)

Dental Assistant

Pleasant Hills, PAOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Dental Assistant program
chair-side clinical support
patient education
operatory set-up
clean-up
sterilization processes
Communication skills

Nice to have

Dental assisting experience
Dentrix
Microsoft Office products
problem-solving skills

Role summary

Seeking a patient-focused Dental Assistant to provide chair-side clinical support, patient education, and ensure a superior patient experience. Responsibilities include taking X-rays, maintaining patient files, and sterilizing equipment. Requires completion of a dental assisting program and radiology certification. Experience with dental software like Dentrix and proficiency in Microsoft Office are preferred. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up

Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment

Take and process X-Rays

Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files

Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories

Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board

Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board

Dental assisting experience preferred

Excellent time management and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred

Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

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Hourly rate$20—$23 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.

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