Dental Assistant Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

We are growing!
The ideal candidate is an upbeat, professional and reliable person who is looking to work in a multi-specialty office who sees patients of all ages. Preferably with certification Dental Assistant to join our team.

A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental practice with locations in Cartersville, Dalton, Decatur, East Point, and Hiram . We offer a wide range of specialties under one roof including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery using advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and scheduling technology. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients , and we're committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering an outstanding, memorable experience for every patient.

Responsibilities:

-Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.

-Explaining office procedures before treatment to patients.

-Providing quality and compassionate care to every patient before, during and after dental treatment.

-Patient management during dental procedures.

-Dental charting of patient's pre-existing and accurate inputting of patient progress notes.

-Providing patients with post-op instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).

-Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth).

-Preparing and maintaining dental instruments, supplies and equipment.

-Taking and developing x-rays, collecting and recording patient health histories.

-Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.

-Monitor equipment and hand piece repairs for all operatory equipment, accurate completion and follow up of repair logs.

-Completion of daily/weekly/monthly tasks including autoclave testing and cleaning of traps.

-Assisting with monthly supply order.

-Assisting clinic with recall and treatment plan reports, when requested.

-Responsible for adhering to all government and company regulations.

-Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery.

Qualifications:
- Experience in a customer service environment and good computer skills are necessary.
- An upbeat attitude and outgoing personality are a MUST to succeed in this position.
- Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks.
- A people person/team player

Required :

- Dental Assistant certification
- Must possess great chair side manners
- Ability to adapt to different needs and techniques
- An individual who can work under pressure and strives to advance
- An individual who adheres to policies and procedures
- Bilinguals are a plus! Salary is based on experience.

- Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm schedule