Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantOur office, Chesapeake Endodontics, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. We are looking for a talented and skilled Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.Your ResponsibilitiesYou will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist's shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go to resource during their visit which includes the following:Welcoming patients to the dental officePreparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfortSelecting and set up instruments, equipment, and suppliesSterilizing instruments according to regulationsAssisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistryProviding oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsKeeping the dental room clean and well-stockedScheduling appointments and post-op visitsMaintaining accurate patient recordsAssisting with payment proceduresAs one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.Your BackgroundYou are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day. You're a kind, passionate and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.You also have the following:At least 1-2 years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty is preferredActive Maryland Radiology licence requiredKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsUnderstanding of health & safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical tasksGood computer skillsExcellent communication and people skillsA strong attention to detailWell-organized and reliableA high school diplomaA certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)An active state radiology license (if required by law)If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the teamWhy You Should Join Our TeamA career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of Specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results. We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their livesat home, at work and everywhere in between.Your Benefits & PerksBCBS High Deductible & PPO Medical insurance OptionsVSP Vision CoveragePrincipal PPO Dental InsuranceComplimentary Life Insurance PolicyShort-term & Long-Term DisabilityPet Insurance Coverage401(k)HSA / FSA Account AccessIdentity Theft ProtectionLegal Services PackageHospital/Accident/Critical Care CoveragePaid Time OffDiverse and Inclusive Work EnvironmentStrong culture of honesty and teamworkPosition Base Pay Range $19 - $22 USDSpecialty1 Partners is the direct employer of non-clinical employees only. For clinical employees, the applicable practice entity listed above in the job posting is the employer. Specialty1 Partners generates job postings and offer letters to assist with human resources and payroll support provided to the applicable practice. Clinical employees include dental assistants and staff assisting with actual direct treatment of patients. Non-clinical employees include the office manager, front desk staff, marketing staff, and any other staff providing administrative duties.Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal-opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. Specialty1 Partners' Privacy Policy and CCPA statement are available for view and download.