Job Description
Join Austin Smiles Dental as a compassionate Dental Assistant and become part of our award-winning team dedicated to exceptional patient care. We're seeking a skilled professional to support our busy practice with chairside assistance, sterilization protocols, and patient education. Enjoy competitive benefits, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive work environment in Austin's thriving healthcare sector.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during procedures including exams, fillings, and extractions
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Perform sterilization and infection control protocols
- Manage patient records using dental software (Dentrix/Epic)
- Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
- Provide post-operative care instructions
- Order dental supplies and inventory management
Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant certification (DANB or state equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance
- Proficiency in dental radiography
- CPR/BLS certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Experience with digital imaging software