Dental Assistant

Full time dental assistant opening in a thriving dental practice! Safari Dental and Orthodontics is a fast paced and exciting dental practice seeking that dynamic personality to help us serve our patients in an extraordinary way! We provide pediatric, general and orthodontic services. We have an immediate opening for a full time dental assistant. Responsibilities Providing outstanding customer service with the patient as #1 priority; partnering with staff, timely and successfully resolves patient complaints, concerns and questions Fully assisting the dentist chair side in the process of treating patients Taking and developing radio graphs Recording patients’ medical history; taking blood pressure and pulse Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment Providing patients with instructions for oral care following appointments and procedures Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to improve or maintain oral health Performing operatory set up and break down Sterilizing instruments Qualifications Fits our dynamic culture and values Has a minimum of 6 months' experience as a dental assistant Certifications required: RDA A self-starter with a positive outlook, plus a solution oriented and proactive approach A strong service mentality, supports the needs of patients and pays attention to detail Team oriented If you meet these qualifications and want to be part of a great and growing practice, send resume with salary requirements. We offer medical, dental, life, vision, STD, LTD insurance plus Paid Time Off. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr OrthoDent