（Full-time） Dental assistant job at Perla Dental

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental equipment, and ensuring all supplies are ready for procedures.
Assist dentists during a variety of dental treatments, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Take and develop dental X-rays, including 3D scans when necessary, while adhering to proper aseptic techniques and radiation safety protocols.
Manage patient records using Open Dental Software ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and dental terminology to promote understanding and compliance.
Maintain infection control standards by following strict sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques throughout all clinical activities.
Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist and managing medical documentation or coding when required

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Proficiency in dental assisting with experience in general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, and endodontics.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
Experience with X-ray procedures, including digital imaging and 3D scanners for comprehensive diagnostics.
Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security at all times.
Ability to perform vital signs assessments accurately and support medical documentation processes.
Excellent communication skills to explain procedures clearly to patients of all ages, especially pediatrics.
BILINGUAL: ENGLISH/SPANISH, A MUST