Our office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. This position would generally be for three days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:30am to whenever we are done (usually between 4:00 & 5:00pm).

Dental Assistant Job Description

General Purpose:

Support dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; pass instruments and materials; perform procedures in compliance with the dental practice act.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Prepare treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
• Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments.
• Provide diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
• Help dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educate patients by giving preoperative and postoperative instructions.
• Document dental care services by charting in patient records.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensure 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.
• Maintain dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Education and Experience:

• General education degree or high school diploma
• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures and diagnosis
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Knowledge of infection control protocols

· Radiographer’s Certificate

Skills and Qualifications:

• Communication skills
• Professional chairside manner
• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Adaptability
• Confidentiality

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person