Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

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..

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• 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)

We are looking for a knowledgeable and supportive team player to support in our growth. If you enjoy dentistry and working with a dynamic, and upbeat team, this is your new dental home! Please reply today with your resume!