What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Luma Dentistry?
Luma Dentistry Sylacauga | Dental Assistant | Part Time
Our team is growing, and we are looking to add a Part Time Dental Assistant to our long-standing team in Sylacauga.
Luma Dentistry has been serving Central Alabama for over 10 years. We pride ourselves on the long-standing relationships built at the office level and surrounding communities. We strive to deliver high-quality, compassionate dental care and spend time each appointment to ensure the patient leaves with a smile on their face.
Our new team member will enjoy updated facilities, opportunity for career advancement and a family like atmosphere that we have created for both patients and employees. The ideal candidate is a team player who is willing to learn and has a strong passion for dentistry.
Job duties may include but are not limited to:
- Greets patients in waiting area and escorts patients to the operatory
- Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist
- Maintain a sterile and neat working environment according to current infection control procedures
- Review the health history, make chart entries under the direction of the dentist and assure completion of forms and signatures
- Assume the responsibility associated with any duties that may be delegated by the dentist
- Familiarize the patient with the aspects of their dental visit and provide support and compassion to that patient when it is needed
- Stock operatories and maintain clinical supply inventory
- Review daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments
- Supervise preventive maintenance of dental equipment
- Take digital radiograph
- Follow practice protocols: quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, referral, emergency medicine, implants, perio program and emergency treatment
Hours:
- Wednesday: 7:45am - 4pm
- Thursday: 7:45am - 4pm
- Friday: 6:45am – 3:00pm
Salary : $15 - $19