We are looking for full-time dental assistants who will make the dental office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. One or more locations are possible. Experience preferred but may be willing to train the right candidate. Full time employees are eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments 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
Other tasks as assigned

Skills

Abilitiy to work in a fast paced environment - required
Flexibility - required
Positive attitude - required
Strong work ethic - required
Team player - required
Proven experience as dental assistant - preferred
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods - preferred
Understanding of health & safety regulations - preferred
Good computer skills - required
Excellent communication and people skills - required
Attention to detail - required
Well-organized and reliable - required
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
X-ray certification expected within 3 months of hire; financial assistance available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Dental Assistant