What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Royesford Dental?
Job description
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General Objectives: Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients.
Specific Objectives:
- Check to ensure that units are ready, stocked and clean at the beginning of each appointment
- Oversee cleanliness of operatory
- Help in other areas of the office when necessary
Patient Management
- Seat patient and have proper setup for procedures
- At all times show care and concern for patients
- Try not to leave the patient unattended in the chair
- Anticipate and assist dentist’s needs at all times
- Escort patients from the treatment room
- Complete patient’s chart indicating procedure done today and what procedure is to be completed at the next visit
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the dentist
Office Participation
- Be an active participant in staff meetings
- Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Graduation from an ADA-accredited assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred
- Coursework in dental instruments and procedures
- Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray certification, OSHA training)
- Legible handwriting for notations in patients chart; computer skills desired
Interpersonal
- Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community
- Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff
Job Type: Full time. Must have at least 1 years of dental assistant experience.
Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Monthly Bonus/Employee Retention Bonus
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401k Matching
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday, Thursday and Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25