Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Full-Time) – Abingdon, MD
Location: Dental One Associates at Belair
3435 Box Hill Corporate Center Dr, Abingdon, MD 21009
We are seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our patient-focused and team-oriented practice in Abingdon, MD. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and compassionate professional who wants to make a difference in patient care while advancing their expertise in an exciting, fast-paced dental environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
* Work alongside an experienced dental team in a supportive environment
* Enhance your skills with hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities
* Make a meaningful impact by providing top-quality patient care
Responsibilities
* Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
* Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
* Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
* Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist’s access; suctioning; passing instruments.
* Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
* Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
* Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
* Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
* Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
* Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
* Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
* Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
* Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* X-ray License (Required)
* Experience as a Dental Assistant or Formal Training (Required)
* Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certification (Preferred)
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and safety
* A team player with a positive, professional attitude
If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and want to be part of a dynamic, growth-oriented practice, apply today!
The base hourly range for this position is $15.47 – $30 per hour. In addition to base compensation for the role, an employee may qualify for variable compensation that includes a production incentive and an annual or quarterly bonus tied to performance. Pay is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, work experience, and certifications. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
In addition to your hourly pay, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
* Medical and vision insurance (individual and family coverage)
* Life insurance
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance
* 401k Plan
* Overtime
* Paid Time Off
* Any leave required under federal, state, or local law.
All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
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