Dental Assistant

We are in search of a dynamic dental assistant to join our team. This is a part‑time position working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:30am to 3:30pm. A minimum of 1 year of chairside experience is preferred. Coronal polish certification is preferred but not necessary. Your role involves all aspects of general dentistry, including same‑day CEREC crowns, oral surgery, endodontic procedures, and more. All patients are under the age of 18. Our ideal candidate will be self‑motivated, organized, energetic, personable, detail‑oriented, and committed to exceptional patient care. We offer a competitive wage and benefits which include a retirement option, medical, and dental. Responsibilities Provide outstanding customer service with an excellent chairside manner Assist the dentist in utilizing proper four‑handed dentistry techniques, observing universal precautions Be cognizant of doctor schedules and patient flow Comply with office policies and procedures Assume the standards of care related to infection control; following OSHA guidelines and ensuring safety protocols are upheld Expose and digitally record ordered radiographs Maintain dental operatories in an organized and clean fashion, assuring appropriate instruments and supplies are available Work with the doctor to maintain adequate dental supplies and submit orders for necessary supplies for review and approval Maintain patient comfort before, during, and after dental procedures Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization Sterilize and/or disinfect instruments, handpieces, and ancillary equipment Assist office and doctor in maintaining patient records and informed consent documents Chart existing dentistry and current conditions in a computerized dental chart Take impressions for various prosthetic procedures and study models Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age‑related criteria pertinent to the patients Punctual, and demonstrate a sense of urgency in your daily tasks Minimum Qualifications Current CPR certification High School Diploma 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience preferred Coronal Polish Certificate (preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr