Dental Assistant

Job Description

At Washington Center for Dentistry you will have access to a number of high performing doctors and staff. In this role you will play a vital part in creating exceptional care and an outstanding patient experience. To do this you will demonstrate the following:

Assisting during Dental Procedures:

, sterilize instruments, and ensure all necessary equipment is ready for dental procedures.

Hand instruments to the dentist during procedures and perform necessary suction or retraction to keep the patient's mouth dry and clear.

Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures, anticipating the dentist's needs and ensuring patient comfort.

Take and develop dental X-rays as instructed by the dentist.

Apply topical anesthetics and take impressions for study models as needed.

Patient Care and Education:

Greet and prepare patients for dental procedures, explaining the process and addressing any concerns.

Update and maintain accurate patient records, including medical and dental histories.

Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and preventive measures.

Provide post-operative instructions to patients and schedule follow-up appointments as required.

Assist with scheduling patient appointments and managing the office's appointment calendar.

Administrative Duties:

Manage patient records, treatment details accurately and confidentially.

Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and managing patient files.(If needed)

Laboratory Support:

Prepare and maintain dental impressions, casts, and models.

Fabricate temporary crowns and bridges based on the dentist's instructions

Ensure that lab selected has necessary records for fabrication of restoration and or appliance

Keep track of all lab cases (making sure that all lab cases are ready for patients 1-3 days before appointment)Company Description

"Embracing a tradition of over three decades as Washington, DC’s supreme dental experience, we at the Washington Center for Dentistry invite those who crave perfection. Our team, fueled by relentless pursuit of knowledge and technical expertise, continuously adapt to cutting-edge dental technology. Our passion lies in the pursuit of the art, science, and the technology of modern dentistry!"