Dental Assistant

Now Hiring: Full-Time Dental Assistant
Highland Medical Center | Monterey, Virginia

Highland Medical Center is seeking a dependable and compassionate Full-Time Dental Assistant to join our dental team and support the delivery of quality, comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages.

The Dental Assistant will work closely with our dentist to assist with dental procedures, support patient flow, maintain the dental treatment area and equipment, and help ensure patients receive a positive and comfortable experience. This position also works closely with the front office and medical teams to support the overall operation of our integrated healthcare center.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the dentist with dental procedures and patient care

• Greet and check in dental patients and update patient information as needed

• Prepare charts and verify patient information and insurance documentation

• Assist with patient flow and help ensure appointments run smoothly

• Take dental x-rays under the supervision of the dentist

• Monitor and document patient responses to medications and treatments

• Maintain dental instruments, equipment, and supplies

• Assist with infection control, safety procedures, and required testing

• Help coordinate urgent dental appointments and other patient needs

• Track laboratory and test results and assist with referrals and specialty appointments

• Support communication and coordination between the dental and medical departments

• Assist other dental and front office team members with additional duties as needed

• Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and privacy

• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Previous experience working in a dental setting preferred

• BLS certification required (training will be provided)

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