What are the responsibilities and job description for the Expanded Duties Dental Assistant position at Cherry Blossom Dentistry?
Registered Dental Assistant Job Summary
Our growing dental office has a fantastic opportunity for an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant to join our team! Our ideal candidate will have 3 years of previous experience working in a dental office as an EDDA and is ready to provide exemplary care for our patients. We take pride in providing a caring and positive atmosphere for our patients. If you have a great attitude and love working with a fun team in the expanding dental industry, apply today!
Location
Corbin, KY
Registered Dental Assistant Responsibilities
- Greet patients and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during the appointment
- Take and document vital signs and medical history for patient records, take x-rays of patients’ mouths, and apply a topical anesthetic for dental procedures, if necessary
- Prepare and layout sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials inside treatment rooms for examinations and dental procedures
- Assist dentists and dental hygienists during any procedures or examinations by handing off dental instruments, providing suction, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team
- place fillings, make temporary crowns, learn to design and make crowns on Cerec, scanning, learn 3D printing, etc
- Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use
- Schedule appointments for patient care follow up, answer any questions they may have about dental hygiene, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients’ teeth and gums, after procedures
Qualifications
- Completed Dental Assisting course
- Current BLS/CPR certification is required
- Previous dental assisting experience as an EDDA. Previous experience placing fillings is very helpful.
- Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed
- Strong interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are essential
Compensation
$17-25/hour depending on skill level
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25