What are the responsibilities and job description for the DENTAL ASSISTANT position at CARE FOR YOU DENTAL?
Benefits :
Health insurance
Job description
We are a private dental office looking to add to our staff with growth opportunities as we expand. We are looking for a team player who is self motivating, positive, pleasant and likes the challenge of being able to grow with the office.
New graduates seeking to learn and grow are welcome.
Responsibilities :
Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures. Escorts patients to / from treatment room.
Able to take quality digital X-rays.
Comfortable explaining the need for treatment with a patient.
Assists with opening and closing of dental back office, as scheduled.
Cleaning Specifications : Practice a high standard of sanitation and tidiness in the treatment rooms.
Strictly follow the cleaning specifications for all equipment. Prepares and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
Helps patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment. Provides patients with instructions for follow-up oral care, follow-up appointments, etc.
Good communication skills and ability to maintain effective rapport with the patient, dentist, and other staff members and have excellent follow through skills.
Participate in all daily huddles, team meetings
Maintain and review patient charts (manually and electronically) accurately and up-to-date.
Enter data into the computer system as required. Assist in the updating of patient charts as needed.
Maintains inventory of back office supplies.
Maintains confidentiality of information.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma (HSD).
Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred but not necessary.
Formal training at a dental assisting school required. 2 year working experience required.
Willing to learn and is a fast learner.
Computer Skills
Previous experience with practice management software Open Dental preferred but not necessary.
Unexpired State Driver's License.
Certified Dental Assistant
CPR Certification.
Ability to read and comprehend advanced instructions, operating manuals, correspondence, and memos.
Should be patient-service driven.
Should have a pleasant and personable demeanor.
Requires an ability to work with equipment settings on a regular basis.
Strong attention to detail and well organized..
Is a self-starter and can work independently.
Punctual, presentable, and reliable while having a quality track record with previous employers.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Regular attendance is required including varied hours. The individual should have the ability to handle and prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands and to consult Supervisor when necessary. Overtime requires approval by Supervisor.
Duties :
Assisting chair-side
Taking records, impressions, or x-rays
Using computers to update electronic patient records
Assisting with lab tasks as needed
Assisting with front office tasks as needed
Typical end time :
5 : 00 PM
Typical start time :
8 : 00 AM
Work Remotely
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule :
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
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