What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dental Assistant position at Dental Smart Kids?
Fun, Private Dental Office Looking for a Rockstar Dental Assistant! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who loves children and loves being a Dental Assistant! We are looking for the perfect person who has an outgoing personality and wants to be a positive addition to our dental team.
Our ideal candidate is a team player, organized, patient, well spoken, positive, and reliable.
Dental experience ids required. Competitive salary provided. If this is you, we would love to see your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. We look forward to meeting you!
Responsibilities:
- Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Assistants
- Attend to the patient and parents individual concerns and expectations
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean each operatory in accordance with the state applicable infection control guidelines
- Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist - complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner, record patient charting and all of the dentist’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
- Take and understand basic pediatric vital signs
- Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist
- Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s guidelines
- Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)
Qualifications:
- Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration
- Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Frisco, TX 75034 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Frisco, TX 75034: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $24