What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Children's Dentistry of Twin Falls?
Job Summary
Children’s Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant to be a part of our growing team. We are a pediatric dental practice and the candidate must love working with children. We are looking for an outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic individual. If you have a positive attitude, excel at providing exceptional customer service, and would love to work in a fun and busy atmosphere, we would love to meet you. Our dental assistants have a passion for dentistry and enjoy learning and growing as a professional. We take pride in our dental care.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up dental tools, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly.
- Educates on the importance of dental hygiene, assists dentist and participates with communicating dental treatment options.
- Take dental X-rays to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Provide chairside support by handling dental terminology, and maintaining infection control standards.
- Measure patient comfort throughout procedures to ensure safety and well-being.
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Must possess verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to connect with patients and build new relationships.
- Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, other meetings as requested and in-service trainings.
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills and promotes teamwork.
- Follows all clinical protocols and procedures as outlined in the Provider Handbook.
- Dentrix software experience is recommended.
- Bilingual is a plus but not necessary.
- Certification or training in chairside assisting is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to learn is highly valued
The position will be 5 days per week typically and may require a day(s) off depending on doctor schedule. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Friday’s, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Starting salary will be determined depending on experience. Benefits are available after 90 day probationary period.
If you think you are the right person for this position, please respond to this ad with your resume, cover letter and wage expectation.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person