Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant

Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for a competent lead dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Patient hours are Monday through Thursday. We reserve two Fridays a month for clinical days to order, train, maintenance, and/or any make up days.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Completing X-rays when needed for Hygiene and Doctor schedules

Prepare 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

Schedule appointments

Maintain accurate patient records

Maintaining supply budget

Equipment maintenance/scheduling

CE training provided

SKILLS:

Proven experience as dental assistant

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Understanding of health & safety regulations

Dentrix knowledge

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Attention to detail

Well-organized and reliable

Proficient at taking digital X-rays

Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Experience with implants, endo, Invisalign, and scanning preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Supplemental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

• Bonus pay

• Dentrix: 1 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Assistant (Required)

• Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)

• CPR certified (Required)

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous

• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

We schedule paid working interviews to make sure we are the perfect fit. We offer benefits, competitive pay, and 1-, 2-, and 3-weeks PTO for committed team members.

We look forward to hearing from you!