Dental Assistant Jobs in Rhode Island

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant will support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patient instruments, and materials. The role involves assisting the dentist chairside during procedures, providing patient care, and maintaining dental equipment. The Dental Assistant will also be responsible for ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:30 am to 4:30-5pm* AND every other Friday 7:30 am to 4:30-5 pm (alternating Fridays)

(*dismissal time may vary depending on when the last patient is dismissed).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare room and review chart prior to patient visit.
• Assist Dentist during examination and treatment including endodontics & surgical procedures.
• Stays with the patient throughout their visit, attending to their needs and comfort
• Prepares parents/patients to leave by giving post-op instructions.
• Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
• Obtain dental x-rays of sufficient diagnostic quality.
• Record treatment information in electronic health record system.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
• Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
• Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
• Monitor dental supplies and equipment inventory and communicate with Office Manager for ordering supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Radiology certification
• Ability to produce diagnostic quality x-rays & 3D CBCT scans
• Demonstrates strong punctuality to ensure readiness before scheduled start time.
• Work with colleagues supporting cross functional tasks and assisting teammates during high patient volumes.
• Chart audit – be prepared to bring to meetings any concerns from Case Planning section above. Have suggestions for solutions.
• Participates in educational development activities according to practice standards and regulations (OSHA, HIPAA compliance, guidelines and annual trainings, CPR/BLS recertifications as indicated to maintain credentials where appropriate.)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate on a computer and move about inside the office to access file cabinets and storage cabinets.
• Ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person