What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Mornings Dental Assistant position at Young Smiles Children’s Dentistry?
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dental team in providing quality oral healthcare services to patients.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Assist dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
-Coronal polish (will be trained and certified)
- Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
- Ability to perform aseptic techniques effectively
- Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures
- Experience in dental assisting, including the use of Dentrix software
- Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices
- Understanding of anatomy for dental procedures
- Familiarity with 3D scanning technology
- Competence in medical documentation practices
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28