What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at CDA?
WE NEED A DENTAL ASSISTANT TO JOIN OUR DENTAL FAMILY!!!
If you are looking to join a TERRIFIC team of dental professionals committed to providing best in class dental care to AMAZING patients--- look no further. We want to hear from you!
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. The dental assistant 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.
Dental Assistant Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental office
- Prepare patients 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
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Monitor and order supplies as needed
- Mentor less experienced dental assistants
- 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
Dental Assistant Skills
- Minimum of one year proven experience as dental assistant
- Valid Radiography and CPR Certification
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- Experience passing to a left handed doctor is a major plus
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
- Packing cord: 1 year (Preferred)
- Making temps: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- EFDA Certification (Preferred)
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25