What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant with Digital Specialization (2 yrs experience minimum) position at La Paz Dentistry?
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual to become an essential member of our office. At our practice, we prioritize patient comfort and provide the highest level of care. If you excel in attention to detail, and possess excellent interpersonal skills, we want you on our team! We're looking for someone personable who values collaboration and supporting teammates, as these qualities are essential to our workplace culture. Plus, we offer excellent benefits and competitive compensation.
Responsibilities
- Proficiency in using digital dental software for patient records
- Utilize intraoral cameras and digital scanners
- Assist with digital impressions for restorative procedures, eliminating the need for traditional impression materials.
- Coordinate with third-party dental laboratories for digital fabrication of crowns, bridges, and other prosthetic devices.
- Greet patients and prepare them for treatment
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed
- Proper handling and sterilization of instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Educate patients on all forms of dental treatment
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Take dental x-rays
- Monitor patient vital signs during procedures directed by the dentist
- Assist with patient comfort measures, such as providing pillows or blankets
Skills
- Minimum 2 years experience
- Computer skills are a must, (Dentrix knowledge a plus)
- Excellent communication and friendly
- Intraoral camera, digital impression scanning
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- Valid X-ray License, CPR certification
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $30