Prosthodontic Dental Assistant

Job Opportunity: Dental Assistant / Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

We are a female owned boutique-style prosthodontic dental office seeking a motivated, dependable Dental Assistant or Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team. The ideal candidate has a great attitude, takes initiative, works well with others, and is willing to learn and assist with both clinical and office duties.

Dental Assistant Duties May Include: -Chairside assisting for prosthodontic, restorative, surgical, implant, and general dental procedures -Preparing rooms, instruments, and materials while maintaining sterilization and infection-control standards -Greeting and seating patients, taking vital signs, updating medical history, and supporting a comfortable patient experience -Taking radiographs and assisting with impressions, scans, photos, models, and lab-case coordination -Maintaining supplies, organizing operatories, supporting patient flow, and assisting with phones or scheduling as needed
-Applying fluoride varnish, desensitizing agents, and other approved materials when permitted -Placing and removing matrices, retraction cords, and sutures when permitted -Assisting with fabrication of temporary crowns and Essix-style retainers -Polishing crowns, removable dentures, and night guards extraorally

Qualifications: -Certifications required: Dental Xray Certification, CDA, Expanded functions, CPR -Dental assisting experience preferred; prosthodontic, implant, surgical, or specialty experience a plus -Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification preferred or willingness to obtain if eligible -Positive attitude, strong initiative, teamwork, dependability, organization, attention to detail, and willingness to help wherever needed

Position Details: -Part-time position, average 24-32 hours per week -Opportunity to work additional days if willing to perform front desk duties -Benefits may include discounted in-house dental treatment for employee and immediate family members, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K -Training available for the right candidate -Great opportunity to grow with a caring, patient-focused prosthodontic dental team