Dental Assistant Job at ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers in City of White Plai

Overview

Dental Assistant role at ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers. ClearChoice is a national network founded in 2005 to provide innovative dental implant care across the United States.

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Position Summary

The Dental Assistant works under a dentist’s supervision to prepare equipment and patients for dentistry procedures, assist during procedures by passing instruments and supporting the dentist, and perform related duties. Some responsibilities include removing sutures, processing x-rays, and taking oral impressions used to fit crowns.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision of the Prosthodontist/Oral Surgeon
• Provide chair-side assistance and support during examinations and treatments
• Ensure patient comfort, prepare patients for treatment, and obtain dental records
• Hand instruments and materials to dentists; use suction to keep the mouth dry and clear
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; prepare trays for procedures; instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care
• Prepare materials for impressions and restorations; take dental X-rays and process X-ray film as directed
• Assist with radiographic procedures as directed by a dentist
• Perform office duties as needed (scheduling, confirming appointments, patient reception, treatment records, billing, payments, ordering supplies)
• Assist in specialty areas (oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics including dental implantology)
• Support and assist the hygienist with tray cleaning, room setup, and cleanup
• Track inventory of prosthetic supplies and maintain organized storage
• Support radiographic needs of Patient Education Consultants, Oral Surgeon, and Hygienists

Working Conditions

• Well-lit, clean environment near the dental chair
• Wear gloves, masks, eyewear, and protective clothing to protect patients and staff
• Follow safety procedures for x-ray use

Experience

• Certified as a Dental Assistant by the ADA
• Two years of Dental Assistant experience
• Dental implant experience desired
• Reliable, works well in a fast-paced environment, good manual dexterity
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Physical Requirements

• Regularly work in an office environment; walk floors and assist wherever needed
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; stand for extended periods
• Fine motor coordination and dexterity for handling instruments
• Move and adjust body positions as required

Compensation and Benefits

• Full benefits package including Medical/Rx, dental, vision, retirement plan (401(k)), FSAs/HSAs, disability coverage, EAP
• Voluntary benefits such as life, AD&D, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance
• Anticipated hourly range: $24.00 – $26.00

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care