A pediatric dental practice is looking for a part time to full-time dental assistant who will make the dental experience efficient and pleasant for patients. Registered 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. You should be willing to learn and grow with the practice.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and families in the dental office

• Should be comfortable in taking digital x-rays for children

• Prepare patients for exams and treatments 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 treatment room clean and well-stocked

• 1 year experience as Registered Dental Assistant preferred

• Understanding of health & safety regulations

• Experience with pediatric dental office is a plus

• Excellent communication and people skills

• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like sealant placement and coronal polishing is a plus

• Attention to detail

• Well-organized, punctual, trustworthy, and reliable

Serious applicants only. If you are not an RDA, please do not apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person