Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform dental charting and documentation using Dentrix software
- Assist with dental lab tasks
- Provide a comfortable and positive experience for our young patients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records

Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assistant program
- X-ray certification (if required by state)
- Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and equipment
- Familiarity with dental documentation system Dentrix and Dexis
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person