What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant-part time position at Ernst Dental Centre?
Apply in Person at 3801 Cross Park Drive, Bryan, TX Phone 979-776-4450 We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. 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. We request that you apply in person at 3801 Cross Park Drive, Bryan, Texas.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers 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 and assist with payment procedures
- Discuss treatment plans with the patient
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform unregulated tasks
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental Assistant: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RDA (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bryan, TX 77802 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bryan, TX 77802: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18