Dental Assistant
Lifecare Medical Health Center, Inc
Richmond, Virginia
$50,000 - $70,000 yearly
Full-time | On-site
Work facility: Outpatient Office
Job Description
Full-time Dental Assistant Needed
Join our innovative dental clinic as a Dental Assistant and become an integral part of our patient care team. In this position, you will support our dental professionals by preparing treatment areas, assisting with procedures, and managing patient communications. Your role will also involve maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Excellent organizational skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. We provide ongoing training opportunities to help you grow and succeed in your career.
Salary:
Join our innovative dental clinic as a Dental Assistant and become an integral part of our patient care team. In this position, you will support our dental professionals by preparing treatment areas, assisting with procedures, and managing patient communications. Your role will also involve maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Excellent organizational skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. We provide ongoing training opportunities to help you grow and succeed in your career.
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