What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Norman Smile Center?
Norman Smile Center is a multi-doctor dental practice in Norman, OK, that is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal dental health. Our state-of the art practice offers comprehensive restorative, preventive, and cosmetic dental services for children and adults in a comfortable and friendly environment. Our core values include teamwork, compassion and dedication to helping each other feel empowered and appreciated. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, sincere, and shares our passion for helping others. If you are interested in joining a fun and growing dental practice, please reply to this email.
Duties:
- Assist dentist and hygienists with patient care and treatment procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Assist with patient assessments and record medical histories
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment
- Utilize Eaglesoft software for scheduling and documentation purposes
- Assist with CAD/CAM technology
Experience:
- Previous experience as a dental assistant preferred
- Knowledge general dental and some surgical procedures
- Familiarity with dental coding and documentation practices
- Ability to take dental x-rays and perform dental charting accurately
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 32 – 38 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 2% match
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Dental assisting certification (Required)
Work Location: In person