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Dental Assistant
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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.
$46,189 / year median in Virginia
+22% projected growth
Job Description
We are a Dental practice with 3 locations: Woodbridge, Stafford and Frederikcsburg., We have an extraordinary team of dental professionals. We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including Root Canal treatment, Crown preps, composite fillings and extractions as the basic procedures.
Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited dental assistant program or equivalent experience
- X-Ray certification required
- Proficiency in dental procedures, all the major ones.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations and patient privacy practices
- Experience working with Dentrix
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Familiarity with digital impressions is advantageous Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional dental care to our patients while advancing your career in the field.
Pay:
$24.00- $26.