Dental Assistant

Scollard Family Dentistry
West Springfield, MA Temporary | Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2024

Duties:

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Provide oral hygiene instructions to patients
- Perform dental charting and documentation
- Assist with pediatric dental procedures
- Utilize medical coding for billing purposes
- Conduct patient assessments and record vital signs
- Maintain and update electronic medical records using Epic software
- Operate computer-aided design (CAD) systems for dental prosthetics

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a dental assistant training program or equivalent experience
- Certification in dental assisting preferred
- Knowledge of medical coding and billing practices
- Familiarity with pediatric dental procedures and techniques
- Proficiency in using Epic software for medical documentation
- Ability to take and develop dental x-rays
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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