Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule, Growth & Benefits

Job Description Benefits/Perks Careers Advancement Opportunities Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation 401K Paid Time Off Sick Pay Summary We are a periodontal practice seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate is a Dental Assistant (DA) with a current x-ray license and has at least two years of experience. We utilize digital charts, digital radiographs, digital intraoral camera, CBCT, and Trios intraoral scanning. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have Take vital signs and accurately record medical history Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures Clean and sterilize operatory after each treatment is completed Assist dentist during procedures and exams with emphasis on maintaining high clinical standards and patient comfort Take diagnostic quality dental x-rays Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care Maintain accurate and up-to-date dental records using dental software Open Dental Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies maintaining high standards of infection control and cleanliness Be engaged in procedures; learn to anticipate the needs of the Doctor and patient Arrive and run on time, making sure the Doctor’s and patient’s time is never wasted Monitor, order, and maintain stock of dental supplies Learn setup for each procedure with correct materials/instruments Routine maintenance of dental equipment Light office cleaning Shutting down and closing the office at the end of the day Qualifications Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation X-ray Certification is required Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required Strong computer and data entry skills Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to provide high-quality patient care Spanish speaking is a plus Experience in Open Dental is a bonus Having had surgical experience is a bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC