Dental Assistant Responsibilities Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before each patient appointment. Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatments. Take and develop dental X-rays as permitted by state regulations and office protocols. Maintain proper infection control, sterilization, and OSHA standards. Provide patients with clear, compassionate support before, during, and after treatment. Take and accurately record patient information, medical histories, and treatment notes. Keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and fully stocked. Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment needed for scheduled procedures. Assist with patient flow, including seating patients, preparing them for treatment, and transitioning rooms efficiently. Support front-office and administrative duties when needed, including scheduling, confirmations, and patient communication. Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs before items run out. Follow all office policies, safety procedures, and clinical protocols. Maintain a professional, positive, and respectful attitude with patients and team members. Schedule Expectations Arrive on time and be ready to work before the first scheduled patient. Review the day's schedule and prepare rooms, instruments, and materials in advance. Remain attentive and available throughout the scheduled workday. Help keep appointments running on time by anticipating the dentist's needs and preparing for the next patient. Communicate promptly with the dentist and team regarding delays, schedule changes, or patient concerns. Complete closing duties, sterilization, room turnover, and restocking before leaving. Maintain reliable attendance and provide as much notice as possible for unavoidable absences or schedule conflicts. What Success Looks Like A successful Dental Assistant is prepared, dependable, efficient, and patient-focused .

Success means:

Patients feel welcomed, comfortable, and well cared for. The dentist has the instruments, materials, and support needed without unnecessary delays. Treatment rooms are consistently clean, organized, and properly stocked. Infection control and safety standards are followed every time. Appointments stay on schedule as much as reasonably possible. Documentation and clinical tasks are completed accurately. The assistant anticipates needs rather than waiting to be asked. Team members communicate clearly and support one another. Problems are identified early and addressed professionally. The office maintains a positive, organized, and efficient environment.

Compensation:

$18-$25/hour