What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Endodontic Associates?
Endodontic Associates Waterford location is looking for a competent Dental Assistant who will make our office more efficient and pleasant for our patients. You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentists' shoulders. Dental Assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome patients to the office.
- Prepare patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort.
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
- Schedule Appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
- Capture Radiographic /scans as needed.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
- Good Computer Skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma: graduation from an accredited dental assistant program
- Additional certifications or trainings is an asset.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Family leave
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Waterford, MI 48328 (Required)
Work Location: In person
