What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Dental Assistant position at Back Mountain Pediatric Dentistry?
Part-Time Dental Assistant
We are a doctor-owned practice looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team at Back Mountain Pediatric Dentistry for two (2) days per week, Monday and Wednesday. We specialize in providing excellent and empathetic care for infants, children, adolescents, and those with special health care needs. We are looking for someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and has a passion for providing excellent patient care. If you meet the requirements below and would enjoy joining and building a team in a fun, hard-working, honest, & caring environment, please submit a resume and cover letter today.
Pay: You will earn a competitive hourly pay based on your experience. Range from $18.00-23.00 dollars per hour raises based on regular job performance evaluations.
Benefits: Employee discount
Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, for example preparing and arranging the dental instruments, materials, and medications needed for each treatment
- Sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take dental radiographs
- Provide patient education oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform dental charting and documentation in electronic health records systems for medical documentation
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records
- Perform patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history review.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Dental Assistant certification or relevant experience is preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments preferred but not required
- Previous experience working in a pediatric setting is preferred but not required
- Proficiency in computer skills
- Excellent communication skills, professional, and empathetic attitude.
- Team spirit and strong desire to grow.
Relevant experience or certifications would be preferred but aren’t required for the right candidate. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in dentistry, have a hard-working personality and willingness to learn. You don’t have to be an expert in dentistry - you just need to have the right attitude and drive to succeed!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, PA 18612 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23