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Certified Dental Assistant

Kingston Family Dental, Kingston, NHPosted: August 5, 2023, 11:52pm

Workplace:

Job type: Full-time

Compensation:

About the job

Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical documentation using Epic or similar software
- Perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and recording medical history
- Assist with pediatric dental procedures, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience for young patients
- Assist with medical coding and billing as necessary
- Manage and maintain patient records, including updating medical histories and treatment plans
- Utilize CAD/CAM technology for dental restorations

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a dental assisting program preferred
- X-ray certification required; CPR certification preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
- Familiarity with medical coding and billing practices
- Proficiency in using Epic or similar electronic medical record systems
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic dental team in providing high-quality care to patients. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dentistry, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.76 - $23.80 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Kingston, NH 03848: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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