What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dental Assistant (X-RAY CERTIFICATION REQUIRED) position at Oro Valley Pediatric Dentistry?
We are looking for a Competent/ Reliable dental assistant who can maintain the high quality of our Specialty Pediatric Dental Office. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. X-Ray certification is REQUIRED, Coronal Polishing is a plus and will be required within 90 days of hire. At least 1 year of dental experience is required. We are in need of an energetic, highly motivated dental assistant who likes working with kids and the Special Needs Community. Must be reliable and want long term employment. Team player is a must! 4 day work week. Our hours are (approximately) 7:30am to 5pm Monday through Thursday and will vary. If this works for you please submit your resume.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare patient 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
- Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Pediatrics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20