We are a specialty office looking for an experienced dental assistant (4 days per week). Must love working with kids, ortho experience a bonus. Must be available Tuesday-Friday. X-ray certification required and Coronal polishing a plus.
PRIVATE PRACTICE EXPERIENCE PREFERRED.
As a pediatric dental assistant, you’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers 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 - private practice
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
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
Additional certification or training is an asset
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Tuesday to Friday
No weekends
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Popat Orthodontics & Madison Pediatric Dentistry (635 East Maryland Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85012)
