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)
Licensed Dental Assistant Solstice Smiles Dental Washington, DC Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Full-time $25 - $28 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Microsoft Word CPR Certification Customer communication Dental assisting Interpersonal skills Customer service Spreadsheets BLS Certification In-person customer service Word embeddings Practice management software Patient management software Patient service High school diploma or GED X-Ray Certification Attention to detail Dentrix Dental x-ray Intraoral scanners Patient care Data entry Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Four handed dentistry Full Job Description
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY
to join a modern, privately-owned, state-of-the-art general dentistry practice that is looking for a talented Level
I/II/III
Registered/Certified Dental Assistant (RDA/CDA) to join our amazing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hardworking, dependable, detail-oriented team player with a friendly, outgoing personality, superb work ethic, stellar communication skills, and outstanding customer service.
The ideal professional must:
Have experience with the range of procedures in general dentistry Have experience with four-handed dentistry Competence in digital dentistry, including intraoral scanning Competence in high-quality digital x-rays Experience with Invisalign clear aligners Demonstrate competence in dental anatomy, oral health, and dental assisting techniques Have excellent oral and written communication skills Possess the ability to multi-task and stay organized in a fast-paced environment Have critical thinking skills and the ability to find solutions to challenges Take ownership of daily tasks and approach each day with determination and confidence Be punctual and be able to manage time Have a strong desire to work with a diverse patient population of all ages Be computer savvy - previous experience with Dentrix is a plus! Be passionate about providing the highest quality of care and take pride in the patient experience Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting the Dentist chair side Assisting Dental Hygienists as needed Setting up and breaking down treatment rooms Taking high quality x-rays, intraoral scans, and photographs for diagnosis and treatment planning Sterilizing instruments, stocking/re-stocking rooms, maintaining inventory, maintaining equipment, managing lab cases, doing supervised dental lab work Following all infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for our patients and staff
Qualifications/Experience:
High school diploma or GED or higher At least 1 year of dental assisting experience Formal post-secondary accredited dental assisting training certification from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Must possess a current Dental Assistant registration license issued from the District of Columbia Board of Dentistry. Must possess a valid CPR card at the time of appointment or must successfully pass a CPR course within 30 days of hire. Must be computer literate with ability to enter information into the practice management software (Dentrix) and compile reports or data as requested Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel Familiarity with digital dentistry (e.g., iTero, CBCT) is a plus, can be trained Bilingual is a plus
Job Type:
Full-time - available to work on select
Saturdays Pay:
$25.00 - $28.00 per hour (pay based on experience)
Benefits:
Health/Vision benefits (after waiting period) Dental benefits (after waiting period) Paid holidays Paid time-off (after waiting period) Professional development Performance-based bonus opportunities Interested in being a part of this world-class dental office? Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay:
$25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Washington, DC 20011: Relocate before starting work (Required)
