Dental Assistant Trainee - Entry-Level Position

Kickstart your healthcare career with Indigo Dental Staffing! This entry-level Dental Assistant Trainee role is perfect for recent high school graduates eager to make their mark in dentistry. You will have the opportunity to work in various local dental practices, performing essential tasks that range from patient intake to sterilizing instruments, all while gaining hands-on experience.

No experience? No problem! At Indigo, we provide personalized coaching and flexible assignments, letting you explore different offices to find your ideal fit in the dental field. If you have a professional attitude, a strong work ethic, and an interest in healthcare, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist dental offices with patient intake, scheduling, and charting.
• Provide chairside support to dentists and hygienists during procedures.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms.
• Educate patients about basic oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Manage phone calls, appointment reminders, and front-desk duties.
• Accurately enter and update patient information within practice systems.
• Adhere to infection control, HIPAA, and safety protocols consistently.
• Travel to different dental practices as scheduled by the staffing coordinator.
• Receive ongoing training and coaching to enhance your clinical skills.
• Deliver professional and courteous service on behalf of Indigo Dental Staffing.

Required Skills:

• Experience with patient intake and scheduling processes.
• Chairside dental assisting support skills.
• Knowledge in instrument cleaning and sterilization methods.
• Ability to set up and break down treatment rooms effectively.
• Familiarity with basic dental terminology.
• Proficiency in electronic health record data entry.
• Skills in phone reception and front-desk tasks.
• Strong time management and punctuality skills.
• Awareness of infection control and OSHA regulations.
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality practices.