What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Asssistant position at Division Street Dental?
```Job Overview```
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing quality dental care to our patients. You will work closely with the dentist and the dental team to ensure efficient and smooth operations in the dental office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about dentistry and patient care.
```Responsibilities```
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments
- Provide chairside assistance during procedures
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring models and trimming impressions
- Schedule patient appointments and manage patient records
- Maintain inventory of dental supplies and order as needed
```Skills```
To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Proficiency in using CAD systems for digital impressions
- Knowledge of medical terminology and documentation
- Experience with maintaining accurate medical records
- Familiarity with pediatric dentistry practices
- Strong dental assisting skills, including taking vital signs and assisting with procedures
- Proficiency in using Eaglesoft or similar dental software
If you are a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to creating healthy smiles for our patients.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
```Note:``` Please do not include any contact information such as email or phone number in the job description.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends
Ability to Relocate:
- Moses Lake, WA 98837: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25