What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Tourister Dental Associates?
Our growing family dental practice is searching for a dedicated dental assistant who can keep the examination rooms clean and assist during patient appointments. We need someone who can perform basic dental procedures, take patient x-rays, and maintain patient records with confidentiality. The ideal candidate for this position has a background and experience working with patients of all ages.
Responsibilities
- assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- taking dental radiographs (x-rays)
- asking about the patient's medical history
- serving as an infection control officer and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
- helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
- providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
- teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
- performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
- communicating with patients (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20