What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Greenwood Dental?
We are a state of the art facility that offers a modern approach to patient dental care. We are looking for a dental assistant to join our growing team Tuesday through Friday. We are willing to train on all aspects of the practice. We strive for high quality dentistry and excellent patient care. We are looking for a team player who is enthusiastic with good communication and customer service skills. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
We offer a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, and 401k with employer match. We also offer life insurance, long term and short term disability.
We are looking for a dental assistant with 2 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients to the dental office
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Instrument sterilization
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Surgical experience
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Team oriented
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- Ability to multitask
- High school diploma
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25