Dental Assistant

Only candidates with experience and/or graduated from an accredited program need apply.

Job responsibilities include:

-Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.

-Explaining office procedures before treatment to patients.

-Providing quality and compassionate care to every patient before, during, and after dental treatment.

-Patient management during dental procedures..

-Dental charting of patient's pre-existing and accurate inputting of patient progress notes.

-Providing patients with post-op instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).

-Taking impressions of patient's teeth for study casts (models of teeth).

-Preparing and maintaining dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.

-Taking x-rays, collecting and recording patient health histories.

-Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol, and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.

-Monitor equipment and handpiece repairs for all operatory equipment, accurate completion, and follow-up of repair logs.

-Completion of daily/weekly/monthly tasks including autoclave testing and cleaning of traps.

-Assisting with monthly supply orders.

-Assisting clinic with recall and treatment plan reports.

-Responsible for adhering to all government and company regulations.

Pay is based on experience, interview required for specific salary info!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person