Dental Assistant Job at PrimeCare Benefits Group, Inc.™ in Las Vegas

Nevada Dental Benefits Ltd., is seeking a full-time dental assistant to support the delivery of patient-centered care in our dental office located in Las Vegas, NV. We are looking for a dental assistant that has a desire to motivate patients and encourage excellent oral health as an important part of overall health and wellbeing.

Position Summary

We are a team of health professionals motivated by providing excellent care and customer service.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Prepare the operatory appropriately for exam or dental procedures to be performed
• Prepare the patient for their visit with the dentist while offering excellent customer service
• Assisting the dentist chairside
• Deliver patient education about disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment as directed by the dentist or hygienist.
• Assist with caries management protocols including providing fluoride treatment and individualized oral hygiene instructions and patient education.
• Expose and scan radiographs as prescribed by the attending dentist
• Lab work as assigned

Administrative

• Document appropriate clinical notes in the electronic health record.
• Assist with disease management projects as assigned, which may include participation in Health Fairs or patient outreach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Attending Dentist, Chief Clinical Officer, or Dental Practice Manager.

Compliance

• Compliance with CDC guidelines for infection control and instrument processing.
• Compliance with office OSHA protocols including the Blood Borne Pathogens Standard.

Requirements

• Two year's Dental Assistant experience
• Certificate from an accredited dental assisting program
• CPR Certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Additional Proficiencies Preferred But Not Required

• Practice Management Software experience

Compensation

Salary compensation will be based on experience and skills. The Dental Assistant will be a full-time employee of the company and as such will be eligible for benefits provided for employees at similar employment levels.