Dental Assistant

Nashua, NH

About the position

Join our innovative team at NHOMS | MassOMS and play an essential role in creating outstanding experiences for our clients, partners, and communities. By embracing our core values of innovation, compassion, accessibility, and one team, you will play a part in a mission to make a lasting impact on our organization's growth and success. Our core values center around healing first for our patients. Members of our team approach each day with compassion for both patients and colleagues. We promote innovation on every level and ensure we are accessible to one another as we work as one team. We are searching for individuals who can help us continue pursuing our goal of reaching prospective patients and helping to transform their lives - all while having a little fun!

Responsibilities

• Assist the prosthodontist during exams and procedures.
• Assisting in taking impressions for crowns, bridges, and other prosthetics, ensuring accurate and detailed records.
• Assisting with laboratory tasks, such as making casts and diagnostic impressions, and preparing materials for procedures.
• Prepare, break down, disinfect, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments to maintain optimal hygiene standards.
• Ensure strict compliance with infection control, CDC, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations, guaranteeing a safe and secure environment for both patients and staff.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of patient records.
• Provide patients with comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care instructions to enhance their overall experience and recovery.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient charting for effective record-keeping and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Possession of a High School Diploma and reliable transportation is essential.
• Demonstrated motivation to learn with a genuine passion for healthcare and a commitment to direct patient care.
• Previous experience in dental or oral surgery is preferred, showcasing a solid foundation in dental assisting.
• Familiarity with Open Dental software is a plus, demonstrating adaptability to dental practice management tools.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel as required to support clinic operations.
• Strong follow-through, effective communication, and reliability are paramount for success in this role.

Nice-to-haves

• DAANCE certification is preferred, or the ability to achieve it within 1 year of hire, indicating a commitment to professional development in dental anesthesia and sedation.

Benefits

• Pay: $22.00-$30.00 per hour.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance.
• Paid vacation & sick time.
• Access to our 401(k), Safe Harbor, & Profit Share Plan.
• Eligibility for discretionary quarterly bonuses.
• Discounted oral surgery services for teammates and their families.
• Referral Bonus eligibility.