Experienced Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• PTO + Paid Holidays
• Health insurance
• 401(k) 
• Continuing Education allowance
• Scrubs allowance
• Pay based on experience and certifications 

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care with compassion. You will assist the dentist, support the hygiene department and the administrative department, and comply with all sterilization and infection control protocol. Minimum skills include: dedication, efficiency, attention to detail, clear communication, organization, and a genuine willingness to learn and grow. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years experience as a Dental Assistant and is trained in Expanded Functions. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to a great patient 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
• Set up, break down, and sterilize operatories and instruments 
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
• Make impressions (digital and analog), make temporary crowns, provide pre- and post-operative instructions, take radiographs
• Schedule appointments, explain treatment plans
• Track lab cases and manage inventory
• Support clinical and administrative team members
• Assist with managing inventory
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Minimum of 2 years chairside experience
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Efficient and organized
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care