What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Dental Assistant position at Dental Health Professionals?
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
Team members are provided training to learn the office culture, optimal workflow, and verbiage.
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!
