What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Dental Assistant position at Smiles 4 Kids Jerome?
Part Time Dental Assistant
Smiles 4 Kids Jerome is seeking a Part Time Dental Assistant to be a part of our growing team. We are a pediatric dental practice and the candidate must love working with children. We are looking for an outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic individual. If you have a positive attitude, excel at providing exceptional customer service, and would love to work in a fun and busy atmosphere, we would love to meet you. Our dental assistants have a passion for dentistry and enjoy learning and growing as a professional. We take pride in our dental care and our focus is Grow. Smile. Give.
Duties, Responsibilities and Requirements:
* Compassionately performs dental hygiene procedures while ensuring comfort of the patient.
* Educates on the importance of dental hygiene, assists dentist and participates with communicating dental treatment options.
* Must possess verbal and written communication skills and be well educated in dentistry and dental hygiene.
* Ability to connect with patients and build new relationships.
*Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, other meetings as requested and in-service trainings.
*Demonstrates strong leadership skills and promotes teamwork.
*Follows all clinical protocols and procedures as outlined in the Provider Handbook.
*Performs other duties as requested.
Experience is a plus but we are willing to train the right candidate.
Dentrix software experience is recommended.
Bilingual is a plus but not necessary.
The position will be 1-3 days per week. Working days will include Monday, Wednesday and Friday's and may require1 day of travel to Twin Falls, ID. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Friday’s, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Starting salary will be determined depending on experience.
If you think you are the right person for this position, please respond to this ad with your resume, cover letter and wage expectation.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- No weekends
Ability to Relocate:
- Jerome, ID 83338: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person