Dental Assistant

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
• 1 year on-the-job-experience
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law

Nitrous Oxide certification

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology
• Medical insurance
• Dental services
• Vision insurance
• Long term disability
• Section 125 - Flexible Spending Account
• 401K
• EAP program
• DCA voluntary supplemental insurance products
• Student loan consolidation
• Paid time off