What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Neighborhood Dental?
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting the dentist during procedures and providing excellent patient care. If you have a passion for dentistry and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Duties:
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations and procedures
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including taking dental radiographs (x-rays) and providing instruments and materials
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment following infection control guidelines
- Take and record patient medical history and vital signs
- Provide post-operative instructions to patients
- Perform basic dental laboratory procedures, such as pouring impressions and fabricating temporary crowns, scanning for permanent crowns
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the dental office calendar
- Assist with dental receptionist duties as needed
-Familiar with dentures
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
- Proficient in infection control protocols and aseptic techniques
- Familiarity with medical coding and billing procedures
- Experience with dental receptionist duties, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records
- Knowledge of Eaglesoft or Dentrix dental software systems is preferred
- Ability to operate CAD (computer-aided design) software for dental restorations is a plus
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques, such as digital radiography or cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
We offer competitive compensation based on experience.
If you are a motivated Dental Assistant looking for an opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a positive patient experience, please apply with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV 89142: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22
