What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Perfect Impressions / Bettendorf Sleep?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dental and sleep practice. The ideal candidate must hold a current Iowa Dental Assistant License and CPR certificates. This is a new position due to the growth of our practice and will play a crucial role in providing excellent patient care while assisting the dentist | hygienist in various treatment procedures. As future growth continues the selected candidate may have the option to move to a full-time position.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist | hygienist during a variety of treatment procedures, including setup and turnover of rooms.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and other equipment in compliance with OSHA standards and CDC guidelines.
- Proficient in taking and developing dental radiographs as needed.
- Take, review and maintain accurate patient records including vitals, medical history and treatment plans.
- Educate and follow-up with pre/post op instructions following dental | sleep appointments.
- Complete all chart notes and sleep notes in multiple software programs (training on our software programs provided).
- Scan patients using a digital scanner (training provided).
- Maintain the office and help to ensure our space stays clean and safe for our patients and team.
- Assist the front office team with administrative tasks as delegated.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills
- Must hold a current Iowa Dental Assistant License and CPR certificate.
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and computer skills, great time management plus a willingness and drive to learn.
- Must be kind, energetic, professional, highly motivated and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Other Job Information
- Must hold a current Iowa Dental Assistant License and CPR certificate.
- Reports directly to the Clinical Director, Dental and Sleep Medicine
- Located in Bettendorf, IA
- Will discuss hours at point of interview.
- Salary starts at $16/hour and after 30-days will do review based on performance.
Join our team of professionals dedicated to providing exceptional dental and sleep care while fostering a positive environment for both patients and team members!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16