What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Carolina Forest Cosmetic Dentistry?
We are quite an unusual dental office. We change lives every day and do optimum care. Many of our cases are complicated and our team must be on top of every detail, helping our doctors deliver the best care possible. We hire exceptional people...they love to work, they love to learn new things, they are smart, and they love people. The standards are high. If you are "just looking for a job", please do not apply.
If this sounds like the type of of challenge you have been looking for, we would love to add you to our top notch team. We are looking for an experienced team member with exceptional customer service. We need a team player that is willing to assist where needed answering phones, collecting copays, scheduling appointments and willing to travel between our Pawleys Island location and our Carolina Forest location.
Please do not just attach a resume, but tell us WHY you think we should interview you.
You should have a dental x-ray certification and provide excellent patient care to succeed in this position.
Dental assistants should be well-organized and meticulous in their work. You should be able to follow directions and adhere to the rules of the dental practice. We want you to be capable of delivering direct or indirect patient care and ensuring that office procedures run smoothly.
Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities :
Welcome customers to the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient record
When necessary, assist dentists in the management of medical and dental emergencies
Making sure medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs, are gathered and recorded
Maintain dental equipment inventory and order dental supplies
Dental Assistant Requirements :
Proven experience as a dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health and safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Strong attention to detail
Must be well-organized and reliable
High school diploma
Graduate of a dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
MUST HAVE DENTAL ASSISTING EXPERIENCE MINIMUM 3 YEAR