Dental Assistant

Palm Center Dental is now a PRIVATELY OWNED, single-doctor practice excited to add to our growing family! We believe in preventive care with a personal touch, which means involving our patients in discussing their treatment options and only recommending necessary treatments. Patients stay informed about their dental health and know that they are in safe hands.

We are looking for a kind, skilled dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Someone who excels at customer service, and who will lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Should be well-organized with great attention to detail, able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations.

Responsibilities:
Welcome customers in the dental office
Willing to learn tasks and responsibilities of the front office
Prepare patients for treatment or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills:
1 year proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour with monthly bonus for hitting goal

Expected hours: 36 per week.

GREAT OFFICE HOURS:
Monday: 11am-7pm
Tuesday: 10am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 11am-7pm
Friday: Alternating admin day (10-2pm)

Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off

Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:
Dental Assistants: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)