We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. 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.

Duties and responsibilities of the Dental Assistant include:

• Arrive prior to the first scheduled patient to prepare for the day

• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, HIPPA, Dental Board policies and practices).

• Ensure appropriate clinical supplies and that equipment is well maintained, while simultaneously remaining fiscally responsible.
• Maintain a clean, sterile and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable; prepare them for treatment and assist the doctor - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment.

• Assisting during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs
• Taking X-rays of patients
• Greeting patients as they arrive and schedule appointments
• Work with the front office and back office teams to ensure the doctor’s schedule runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Updating and maintaining dental records
• Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental clinic
• Bilingual is highly preferred but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $21.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Radiology

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person