Dental Assistant

Warwick Dental is looking for a Full-time Dental Assistant. Warwick Dental hires individuals who are committed to building long lasting relationships by delivering high quality care to all of our customers. Warwick Dental strives to offer a competitive benefit package with great hours!

Essential Functions:

• Assist chair side in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, restorative, periodontics, endodontic, implants, and oral surgery.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Communicate with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies).
• Fabricate temporary crowns.
• Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
• Clean and polish removable appliances.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients at each appointment.
• Record treatment information in patient records.
• Expose dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures.
• Actively provide hand instruments and materials to Dentist, as needed, during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and Dentist’s efficiency.
• Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
• Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.

Education, Qualifications, and Experience

Education/Training:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Completion of accredited course in dental assisting preferred
• Dental X-Ray and Nitrous Oxide certification preferred
• Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication skills - verbal and written
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Team player

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person