Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantExceptional Dental of Uptown is looking for an "exceptional" Dental Assistant to join the team! We are a small office in the heart of Uptown with state of the art facilities and full benefit offerings.Essential Functions:Actively provide instruments and materials to dentist during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and dentist's efficiency Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office proceduresAssist chair side during administration of nitrous oxideInstruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programsMake preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study castsClean and polish removable appliancesTake and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patientsRecord treatment information in patient recordsExpose dental diagnostic x-raysMust always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative mannerMust maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policiesMust be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignmentsMust be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settingsOther duties and tasks, as assigned periodicallyBenefits that work for you:Competitive pay with monthly bonus potentialGroup health, vision, and life insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid time off + holidaysEmployee discounts on dental servicesProfessional development supportQualifications:High School Diploma or GEDEDDA Certification preferred but not requiredPrior dental office experience preferredWorking Conditions/Physical Requirements:Standing and walking 80%Sitting 20%Moderate noise levels from dental and other lab equipmentMedical, office, and lab settingMinimum lifting requirements of 35 pounds in order to transfer equipment and pack and unpack supplies.Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to examine and service patients.