What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Dental Assistant- Surgical position at New England Periodontics and Dental Implants?
Here at New England Periodontics we specialize in Periodontics and dental implants. We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Assist the doctor chairside
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Keep accurate chart notes and call in prescriptions
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Assist with office work
Skills
- Experience not required, but encouraged. Willing to train the right person.
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Ability to stay focused and on schedule
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Monday-Thursday hours. No weekends. Accepting full time availability only.
We are looking for a determined, hard working team player to join our office staff. Please apply if interested in an interview and feel free to contact us with any questions! We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Bethel, CT (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bethel, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22