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We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our high quality, growing general dental practice. Become part of a practice that offers exceptional, personalized care for their patients. Opportunities for education, growth, and financial reward will be provided. Work in a great facility with an excellent dental team.
To qualify for this position you must be:
Reliable
Work well with others in a fast paced environment
Must be X-ray Certified/ Willing to complete certification
Must have knowledge and understanding of Digital X-rays
If you do not have experience in the dental field, you must have experience with sterilization and disinfection and be willing to be trained hands on.
BLS/ CPR Certification
Strong Communication Skills
Outstanding Positive attitude and demeanor
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills and ability to be a team player
The Dental Assistant will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols
Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient
Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests
Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments
Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth
Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts
Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions
Documents dental care services by charting in patient records
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Dispatch lab work appropriately
Verify patient health history
Help clean the office and treatment rooms
If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit your resume to the address listed.
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