What are the responsibilities and job description for the EDDA-Dental Assistant position at Peak Dental Services?
Description
Lone Tree Modern Dental is a highly-rated family dental practice in the South Denver area near Park Meadows. We are growing and seeking to add a Dental Assistant-EDDA to our team. If you have 3 years of experience in general dentistry, thrive in a fast-paced office environment, love building relationships, and like to have fun, apply today-we'd love to hear from you!
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday (availability between 7am-4:30pm)
Responsibilities:
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during dental procedures
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Assist with dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and root canals
- Perform dental charting and record patient information
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain infection control protocols and ensure aseptic technique is followed
- Manage dental supplies inventory and order as needed
- Schedule patient appointments and handle dental receptionist duties as required
Benefits: We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401k matching, short-term disability, long term disability, life insurance and daily bonus opportunities.
Requirements
- 3 years of experience in general dentistry
- EDDA experience, EDDA certification preferred
- Valid CPR Certification
- Valid Xray Certification
- Proficiency in taking dental X-rays and operating CAD systems
- Experience working with pediatric patients is preferred
- Knowledge of dental assisting techniques and procedures
- Familiarity with medical coding and billing processes
- Strong understanding of infection control protocols and aseptic technique
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of medical imaging techniques and interpretation of results is a plus
- Familiarity with taking vital signs and recording patient information accurately
Accepting applications until: 2/28
Salary : $24 - $29
