The Dental Assistant plays a vital role in supporting dentists by preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment. This position is essential to deliver high-quality patient care, supporting efficient clinical workflows, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards. Essential Responsibilities: • Prepare patients for dental treatment, ensuring comfort and readiness for procedures. • Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and dental procedures. • Maintain infection control standards by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up operatories, and preparing materials. • Take and process dental X-rays as prescribed, following safety protocols and certification requirements. • Collect and record patient medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information in patient records. • Educate patients on oral hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control as directed by the dentist. • Provide post-operative instructions and patient care guidance as instructed. • Assist with managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary. • Form preliminary impressions for study models and assist with fabricating temporary restorations, when permitted by state regulations. • Protect, maintain, and monitor dental equipment and tools to ensure proper functionality. • Order dental supplies and assist with inventory management. • Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and all required training and safety standards. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support daily operations and evolving practice needs. • Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined Qualifications & Experience: • Minimum of one year of dental assisting experience preferred. • Active RDA certification or license (requirements vary by state) • Strong understanding of dental terminology and clinical procedures. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient centered approach. • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. • Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service. • Ability to work effectively with patients and as part of a collaborative dental team. • Reliable and punctual, with flexibility to support team needs as required.