Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Position at Portwood Dental

About Us:

Portwood Dental is a well-established dental practice committed to providing high-quality dental care in a comfortable and friendly environment. We are seeking a motivated and skilled dental assistant to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting dentists during a variety of treatment procedures
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment
• Preparing treatment rooms for patient appointments
• Helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Taking impressions of patients' teeth for casts
• Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer

Qualifications:

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification preferred
• Experience as a dental assistant is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and multitask
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location:

Portwood Dental 9069 Siegen Lane Baton Rouge, LA 70817

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20