Dental Assistant
$41,600–$41,600 year
On-siteCapitol Heights, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures while welcoming, comforting, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models. Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations. Maintain accurate patient records, including scheduling and intake, and help manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification and managing emergency supplies. Full-time hours Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 2pm. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience and a one-year certified program.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
- X-Ray certification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior dental assisting experience
- CPR certification
- Annual OSHA training
- Annual HIPAA training
- Annual infection control training
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking preferred)
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