What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Michael Zhang DMD?
Job Overview
We are seeking a full-time dental assistant who is reliable, team-oriented, personable, flexible, and has a strong work ethic, to bring into our dental family.
We are a friendly, patient-focused private dental practice. You can expect a supportive and positive work environment.
We work Monday - Thursday, 8am - 5pm. We work one Friday a month from 8am -1pm.
Paid time off, sick pay, and paid major holidays offered. Staff dental benefits.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentist during examinations and procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
- Prepare and maintain the treatment area, ensuring its clean and organized in accordance with infection control standards.
- Take and develop dental imaging (digital x-rays) as needed for patient assessments.
- Sterilize instruments and prepare dental materials for various procedures.
- Schedule appointments and manage patient flow within the office to optimize efficiency.
- Maintain accurate inventory of all dental supplies and ensure timely replenishment.
- Fabrication of certain patient appliances such as retainers and night guards (training offered here)
- Maintain inventory of lab cases.
Qualifications
- Certified and proficient in dental imaging.
- Proficient understanding of dental terminology and procedures, including endodontics, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and infection control practices.
- Proficient in fabrication of dental temporary crowns.
- Proficiency in cord placement for crown impressions preferred but not required.
- Experience with practice management systems (we use Open Dental) preferred.
- Experience with intra-oral scanning preferred (we will train if necessary)
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality.
Personal Attributes
- Reliable
- Team-player
- Personable
- Organized
- Flexible
- Ability to work effectively in an at-times fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
Potentially a rewarding working environment for the right fit. We look forward to finding a long-term fit for our friendly office.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to fabricate a quality temporary crown?
Ability to Commute:
- Tustin, CA 92780 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tustin, CA 92780: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27