Dental Assistant
Lifecare Medical Health Center, Inc
Reno, Nevada
$50,000 - $70,000 yearly
Full-time | On-site
Work facility: Outpatient Office
Job Description
Full-time Dental Assistant Needed
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our dental team and ensuring a smooth, efficient, and welcoming environment for our patients. This position requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adhere to strict infection control protocols.
Salary:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our dental team and ensuring a smooth, efficient, and welcoming environment for our patients. This position requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adhere to strict infection control protocols.
Salary:
- $50,000 to $70,000 a year with full benefits
- Monday - Friday 9 AM - 4 PM
- Assist the dentist during various procedures, ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready for use.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Implement infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and cleanliness of the dental environment.
- Perform four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency during procedures.
- Manage patient records and assist with scheduling appointments as needed.
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Utilize dental software systems for managing patient information.
- Display knowledge of dental anatomy to assist in diagnostic procedures and treatment planning.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Active state Dental Assistant license.
- At least 1-2 years of previous experience as a Dental Assistant
- Familiarity with general dentistry practices and aseptic techniques is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of medical documentation processes and HIPAA compliance is essential.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a university setting.
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off