Dental Assistant

Campus Hills Dentistry

Dental Assistant

Bel Air, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Campus Hills Dentistry is searching for an energetic, skilled, and passionate Dental Assistant to join our growing private dental practice.

    The ideal candidate is an outgoing individual who is dedicated to delivering an exceptional dental experience to our beloved patients.

    We desire a cheerful, motivated person who is energized by patient smiles.

    We are looking for someone who is:

    Professional, friendly, and compassionate

    Detail-oriented and highly organized

    Comfortable with multi-tasking

    Passionate about delivering exceptional patient experiences

    Dependable, motivated, and eager to grow within a successful private dental practice

    What You'll Do:

    Greet and welcome all patients and visitors to the practice

    Prepare operatories, instruments and materials prior to each appointment.

    Deliver outstanding patient care and create a welcoming, positive experience from check in throughout treatment.

    Obtain and document patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical notes accurately.

    Take quality dental radiographs (X-rays) as prescribed by the dentist.

    Assist dentists and oral surgeon during procedures, passing instruments, positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning.

    Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.

    Take and assist with impressions; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.

    Fabricate temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.

    Maintain strict infection control prevention and sterilization standards by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and operatories.

    Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

    Educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.

    Document dental care services by charting in patient records.

    Maintain patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

    Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering clinical supplies.

    Support daily office operations, including maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment.

    Perform additional duties to support patient care and office success.

    Qualifications:

    Required:

    High School Diploma

    Maryland Radiation Technologist (X-Ray Certification)

    Strong communication and patient service skills

    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment

    Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    1+ year of dental assisting experience

    Experience assisting with oral surgery and dental implants

    Experience taking impressions

    Familiarity with dental practice management software (Dentrix) and electronic patient records

    Familiarity with dental imaging software (Dexis)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $25.00 per hour, negotiable upon experience

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Employee discount

    Paid time off

    License/Certification:

    Maryland Radiation Technologist (X-Ray Certification) (Preferred)

    Ability to Commute:

    Bel Air, MD 21014 (Required)

    Ability to Relocate:

    Bel Air, MD 21014: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person