Dental Assistant ( 62nd & Western - OKC, OK)

Dental Depot - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of dentists in delivering quality oral health care. This position involves providing direct patient care across various dental specialties, assisting with procedures, and ensuring a smooth patient experience from preparation to post-treatment. The Dental Assistant is integral to the dental care team, responsible for both clinical and administrative tasks to support the overall operation of the dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental procedures and ensure their comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Maintain proper patient flow management in the clinic.
• Set up instrument trays and prepare materials for dental procedures.
• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures.
• Take and expose dental diagnostic x-rays, ensuring proper care and guidelines are followed.
• Record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients accurately.
• Chart existing and proposed treatments in Patient Management Software.
• Provide preoperative explanations and postoperative instructions as prescribed by the dentist.
• Record treatment information in patient records accurately.
• Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
• Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations.
• Pour, trim, and polish study casts and prepare whitening trays.
• Apply protective fluoride coatings to patients' teeth.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Dismiss patients with proper hand-offs to other departments.
• Sterilize or disinfect instruments and operatories as required.
• Conduct dental supply inventory and order supplies as designated Clinical Inventory Administrator.
• Maintain compliance with safety and health regulations as designated Compliance and Safety Officer.

Requirements

• Completion of Dental Assisting Program or a minimum of one year experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Current Dental Assisting Permit required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• X-Ray Certification required to serve chairside.
• Proficient in using Eaglesoft and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of CDT codes and passing the Dental Depot CDT test within 20 days of employment.
• Experience with a variety of dental procedures including amalgam and composite fillings, extractions, and root canal treatments.

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive salary range.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.