Dental Assistant w/ X-ray

Job Title: Dental Assistant w/ X-ray Department/Location: Operations Reports to: Dental Practice Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Company Overview 

ProSmile is one of the fastest-growing dental organizations, with a vast network of multi-specialty practices across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Our practices are led by top-tier dentists who are committed to providing exceptional patient care while offering a supportive environment for dental professionals to thrive. We focus on delivering personalized, gentle care to our patients and creating a collaborative workplace with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and ongoing training.

Position Summary

As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of our patients and doctors. The duties of a dental Assistant are very important for the functionality of our dental offices. These duties can include patient care, recordkeeping, and appointment scheduling. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists in their day-to-day activities. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

The duties include, but are not limited to:  

• Clearly demonstrate knowledge of dental instruments and assist the dentist in rendering patient care chairside. 
• Maintain inventory control in the operatories where treatment is rendered by the Provider. 
• Adhering to OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC guidelines. 
• Deliver world class patient interactions related to scheduling, follow up treatment, post-surgical information and record keeping. 
• Be able to perform basic lab procedures such as take impressions, pour models, and prepare cases for external labs. 
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• High School diploma or GED required. 
• Easily able to learn technologies and systems required and demonstrates a desire to learn 
• Applicable licensing required for the state in which you will work: 
  • For NJ- Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required. 
  • For MD- Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) license or willing to pursue licensure immediately required. 
  • For PA- Radiation Health and Safety certificate or willing to pursue licensure immediately required. 
• Certified Dental Assistant preferred. 
• 1+ years work experience as a Dental Assistant preferred. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Requires some flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. 
• X-ray License required. 
• Active CPR Certification is required.

Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies 

• Knowledge of dental instruments and patient care. 
• Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public. 
• Excellent organization, prioritization, follow up, analytical and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

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