What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Premier Dental of Branchburg?
We are a family-oriented dental practice in Branchburg, NJ, focused on providing individualized patient care.
We are looking to hire a dental assistant who has a positive energetic attitude and can make the dental office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Organization and attention to details are necessary to accomplish the duties of this position. Experience as a dental assistant is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental room
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Set up and take patient x-rays
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Review oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions with patients
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Sanitize dental room to prepare for next patient
- Perform lab tasks
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Maintain inventory and perform ordering of dental materials and supplies
Skills
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Understanding of dental procedures
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) License preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. RDA)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Branchburg, NJ 08876 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $23
