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Magnolia Dental, located in downtown San Luis Obispo is looking for a full-time, competent dental assistant who will make the office more efficient and pleasant for patients. The ideal candidate should be well-organized with great attention to detail, able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations and protocols. 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
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
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills. Knowledge of Eaglesoft a Plus
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
X-ray license from an accredited dental assisting program Required
Job Type: Full-time Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Pay: Commensurate with Experience
Full-Time Benefits include paid time off (vacation and holiday pay), medical insurance, dental benefits, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) matching, Continuing Education, and more.
