Dental Assistant

Job details:
Full-time
$18 - $22 an hour

Benefits:
-401(k) matching
-Continuing education credits
-Employee discount
-Health insurance
-Paid sick time
-Paid time off

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. We take pride in providing exceptional patient care and creating a positive, team-orientated work environment. We're looking for someone who brings a great attitude, strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for dentistry. The ideal candidate is reliable, motivated, detail-orientated, and takes initiative while working well with others.

Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:
-Getting patients ready for dental procedures.
-Sterilizing and sanitizing equipment, setting up instrument trays, preparing supplies, and assisting with dental operations contribute to infection control.
-When necessary, assisting dentists in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
-When necessary, assisting dental hygienists with operations.
-Taking excellent care of patients.
-Dental x-rays are exposed during dental diagnostics, and dental x-ray equipment is cared for.
-Medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs, are gathered and recorded.
-Following the dentist’s instructions for postoperative care.
-Dental equipment maintenance.
-Preliminary impressions for study casts are made.
-Maintaining dental equipment inventory and ordering dental supplies.
-Preliminary impressions are used to create temporary restorations and custom impressions.

Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications:
-X-ray certification a required
-Current BLS and CPR certification
-Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Attention to detail
-Well-organized and reliable