Job Overview We are seeking a motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care while ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic. This position requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in periodontal/oral surgery is not required, but candidates must be interested in learning to assist dental implant placement and other periodontal surgery.

Responsibilities:

• Assist dentists with patient care procedures
• Prepare patients and operatories for dental procedures
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments and equipment
• Take dental X-rays and digital impressions
• Maintain dental records and clinical notes
• Track and manage clinic supplies
• Provide patient education and answer questions
• Perform required equipment testing and maintenance

Experience/Qualifications:

• 3 years of previous dental assistant experience

REQUIRED

• Active Maryland State Board Radiation Technologist certification

REQUIRED

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• CPR Certification
• Experience using ITERO and MEDIT intraoral scanners in addition to using a CBCT machine for 3D imaging preferred. (We can offer training if you don't have experience)
• Experience with SoftDent or Oryx practice management systems preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy equipment, and perform repetitive tasks
• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Word and Outlook preferred.
• Typing proficiency preferred.

Join us as a Dental Assistant to make a meaningful impact on the patient experience by providing excellent patient care while fostering a supportive team environment!

Benefits:

Position benefits include paid vacation time, 40 hours paid sick time, a 401(k), 401(k) matching, profit sharing, and full in-house dental care.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Application Question(s): Do you have experience using ITERO and MEDIT intraoral scanners? Do you have experience using a CBCT machine for 3D imaging?

Experience:

Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Maryland State Board Radiation Technologist certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person