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We are looking for an experienced and motivated assistant and hygienist to join our dental team! At our office, our mission is to create a personable experience with each and every patient. We are dedicated to providing the best quality oral health care to our patients. We are seeking a part-time dental assistant and part-time dental hygienist who is a positive, energetic, and organized individual to join our team. Saturdays and Evenings are a MUST.
Job Summary- DENTAL ASSISTANT
· Assists dentist, set up and breakdown rooms, maintains equipment, prepares patients' for treatment, and keeps records.
General Accountabilities
· Prepares patient, sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists dentist during dental procedures.
· Records treatment information in patient records.
· Takes digital x-rays
· Takes and records patients medical and dental histories
· Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
· Monitors dental supplies and equipment inventory.
· Fabricates temporary restorations (crowns and bridges)
· Takes alginate and pvs impressions
· Pours and trims alginate impressions
· The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Job Qualifications
· Education: Post-secondary certificate from an accredited dental assistant program
· Experience: 1-2 years of related dental experience
· Virginia X-ray certification
Our awesome private practice is looking for a part time hygienist to join our team! Patient care and safety is a top priority, as well as employee safety. Licensed in local anesthesia is needed. Saturdays is a MUST.
Dental Hygienist Duties and Responsibilities
-Gather patient information and health background
-Take x-rays when necessary
-Prepare the work area for procedures
-Scale and polish patients’ teeth
-Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
-Perio maintenance and charting
-Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
-Restock treatment areas
Dental Hygienist Requirements and Qualifications
-Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program
-Current Virginia state Dental hygiene license and x-ray certification
-Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
-Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
-Excellent communication skills
-1-2 years of experience working in a dental practice
-Dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive dental care
-Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
-Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices
Please send your resume, we can’t wait to hear from you!
