Dental Assistant

We are currently looking for an exceptional, experienced, and qualified Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, such as preparing the treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during procedures. He or she makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, obtains their dental records, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care. The Dental Assistant may prepare materials for impressions and restorations, patient charting, and take dental x-rays as directed by a dentist. In addition, he or she helps with office duties that support the clinical mission, including ordering of clinical supplies, scheduling follow up appointments for treatment, and keeping clinical supplies organized.

COMPENSATION

$22 - $30 / hour

Requirements

Certified as a Dental Assistant Two years of experience preferred Highly professional and dependable Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, staff, vendors, and others Strong computer and internet skills Experience with dental practice management software a plus

Benefits

Health Insurance Paid Vacation Sick Time 401(k) Performance Bonus Uniforms Provided

Patient comfort • Computer operation • Dental office • Performance bonus • Dental care patient counseling • Hourly pay • Computer literacy • Full-time • Laboratory experience • Mid-level • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • 401(k) • Dental sterilization procedures • Medical administrative support • Dental x-ray • Dental impressions • Order placement • Medical equipment cleaning • Computer skills • Patient interaction • Patient charting • Communication skills • Certified Dental Assistant • Post-operative care