Job Summary Summit Dentistry is seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has an associate's degree from a certified school and previous experience as a Dental Assistant. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Review patient route slips to confirm treatment
Welcome and seat patients, making them comfortable prior to check up
Update patient chart information such as health history and medication list
Set up trays in preparation of procedures
Pass instruments and mix materials for the dentist during procedures
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, trays, and breakdown treatment rooms in accordance with safety standards
Set up operatories based on patient procedure in accordance with safety standards
Take dental X-rays, CBCT, BWX, etc. on patients
Act as primary support to Dentists and EFDAs
Submit cases to lab case manager
Communicate and educate patients on procedures including pre/post op., etc.
Maintain notes and patient record information in accordance with protocols and regulations
Handoff patient to front desk with procedure information