What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Red Mountain Pediatric Dentistry?
We are looking for an outgoing, energetic and competent dental assistant who works well with children and is a team player. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Bilingual in Spanish and English is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental office
- Prepare patients for 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
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (required)
- 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
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (fluently) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $20