CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental practice. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional support to our dental team while ensuring a comfortable experience for our patients. This role is essential in maintaining the efficiency of our operations and delivering high-quality dental care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during various procedures, including but not limited to general dentistry, endodontics, and pediatrics.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment room, ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are ready for use.
• Take and develop X-rays as required, adhering to safety protocols.
• Manage patient records, including updating medical histories and documenting vital signs accurately.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care, fostering a positive patient experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dental office, including sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure smooth workflow and effective communication.
• Stay updated on dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and practice systems to enhance patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant is necessary
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is essential.
• Familiarity with medical records management and vital signs monitoring is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in assisting with various dental procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills to interact positively with patients and team members.
• Certification in Dental Assisting or relevant training is advantageous but not mandatory.

Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional dental care while growing your skills in a supportive environment!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Dental Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person

Radiation safety procedures • Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Radiologic imaging equipment operation • Patient comfort • Record keeping • Customer communication • Oral hygiene • Medical chart preparation • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Dental assisting • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Patient monitoring • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • In-person customer service • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Endodontics • Paid time off • Pediatrics • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Document management • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Certified Dental Assistant • Safety protocol implementation • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling