Registered Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable, full-time (32 to 36 hours/week) dental assistant to join our caring team. We are a family practice focused on providing the best treatments possible for our patients. Our ideal candidate will be motivated, positive, outgoing, and possess excellent clinical skills.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please apply. We look forward to meeting you!

Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms for patients
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns
- Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records
- Manage inventory of dental supplies and equipment

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
- Current CPR certification
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
- Proficiency in computer software projects
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask

1 year of prior dental assisting experience preferred

Skills:

• General Practice
• Crown and Bridge Restorations
• Digital Impressions
• Digital X-rays
• Dentrix

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• PTO
• Bonuses

Compensation:

• $20-$28/hour