Dental Assistant
About us

Southern Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is a small business in Flowood, MS 39232. We are collaborative, supportive and fast-paced.

Our work environment includes:

• Safe work environment
• Modern office setting

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should love children, 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.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers in the dental office
• Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Assist with orthodontic cases
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

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 is a plus
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person