About this role
About Our Practice
At CarolinasDentist, we provide exceptional patient care to our patients while creating a funergetic atmosphere for our staff. We are looking for a team player with a positive attitude, good people skills, and great communication. You must have a dedicated work ethic, be punctual, able to multitask, and have dental experience. We are looking for someone that takes initiative and is open and adaptable to change.
Responsibilities:
- Chairside Assistance: Support the dentist during procedures, managing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
- Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a clean, organized environment.
- X-Ray Imaging: Capture dental X-rays, adhering to safety protocols.
- Patient Education: Guide patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and treatment options.
- Records Management: Accurately update patient records and dental charts in EHR systems.
- Infection Control: Strictly follow sterilization and disinfection protocols.
- Appointment Scheduling: Help manage and confirm patient appointments.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure smooth patient flow and support.
Qualifications:
- Must have current CPR Certification
- Must have Coronal Polishing Certification
- X-ray certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficient in dental procedures and instrument handling.
- Thorough understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA standards.
- A compassionate approach to patient care and comfort.
Benefits Offered
- Competitive Pay: Receive pay that matches your experience and performance.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind with health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Future Planning: Secure your financial future with our 401k retirement savings plan.
- Time for You: Paid time off and holidays to recharge.
- Growth and Learning: Unlock your potential with opportunities for professional development and growth.
Other facts
About Lightwave Dental
Lightwave is a dental leadership organization providing world-class business services so dentists and their teams can realize personal, professional and financial goals.
Based in Woodbridge, VA, with an alliance of dental practice partners across the Mid-Atlantic, Lightwave provides non-clinical practice management services to help dentists and their teams remove the burdens of insurance negotiations, patient billing, practice marketing, human resources, recruiting and more.
Lightwave supports the growth strategies of dentists and their dental teams at every stage of their career: 1) assisting doctors and hygienists in the launch of a career in dentistry; 2) supporting doctors as they lead their dental practice to success; and, 3) working with those looking toward retirement to reward themselves and leave a legacy.
What separates Lightwave from other dental support organizations is a passionate people-first culture that values collaboration, patient relationships and practice culture.
Interested dentists are encouraged to reach out to the Lightwave executive team. Become a member of an innovative dental alliance and play an ownership role in building the group dentistry solution the industry truly needs.
What you'll do
- The Dental Assistant will support the dentist during procedures and ensure patient comfort while managing instruments. They will also prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and guide patients on oral hygiene and post-op care.
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