What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Patriot Dental?
Join our team! We're looking for an immediate part-time assistant who would be able to work full time by April, when our current assistant retires. Must be a compassionate team member with a strong work ethic. Primary duties include assisting the dentist, exposing radiographs, ordering supplies, and assisting the hygienists and receptionist as needed. Our office uses Dentrix dental software. We are looking for someone who gets along easily with others, is reliable, has flexibility with scheduling, and who can assist our patients in the best way possible. Salary is commensurate with experience. We are willing to train the right candidate with no experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients to our dental office
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- 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)
Work Remotely
- No
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30