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Dental Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time)
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$46,892 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+32% projected growth
Job Description
Become a Hero and join us on our mission to help underserved kids! Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities
PTO and paid holidays
Career growth within your practice and the region
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K & more Adventure Dental & Vision in Washington, DC, is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients.
Pay range:
$17-$28/hr Job Responsibilities Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist
Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed
Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health
Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children Job Qualifications Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus
Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
Current BLS CPR certification In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance