What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at The Dental Center, LLC?
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (every other) Hours
We are looking for a competent dental assistant to work in a private, small practice dental setting. The ideal candidate should be reliable, well-organized with great attention to detail, able to follow instructions, and respectful of dental office regulations.
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
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- 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
- MUST be certified in Infection Control and Radiology
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 28 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25
