Roanoke Dental Care is looking for an experienced dental assistant to join our growing team. Our ideal Dental assistant will be a TEAM player, have a positive attitude, be goal oriented and assist in making the the office more efficient and pleasant for patients.

In addition, 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. Bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

• Show up to work on time and ready for the day
• 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
• Understand basic treatment and treatment steps
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records including Xray and intra oral camera

Skills

• Proven experience as dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma
• Graduate from dental assistant school is preferred
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.18 - $19.08 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Roanoke, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person