What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Powell Valley Dental, Big Stone Gap VA?
We are in need of a Dental Assistant who is confident and committed to helping our team educate patients and connect with them, while delivering the best health and dental care. Our office is unique in that we care for and educate our patients on their total health and oral health and how the two are intertwined. We strive to have a stress and drama free work environment that gets off work on time, and respect each other as peers.
Benefits: Monthly bonuses, 401k retirement plan, paid holidays and paid days off.
Values: Honesty, Compassion, Teamwork, Outgoing, Motivated, Dedication
Philosophy:
We are standing for the Complete Health of our patients through the most thorough care available and with a team that seeks to empower our patients and their families, coworkers and friends.
Job Responsibilities:
-Understand and believe in what constitutes a "Healthy Mouth" and compare each patient's mouth to the standard using the "Healthy Mouth Baseline" as a tool.
-Update patient's medical history, record blood pressure, uncover any new conditions etc.
-Assist the doctor in dental procedures, while helping the office to run on time by having equipment cleaned and ready and being aware of the schedule.
-Use the intraoral camera on every patient, and use the photos to educate patients about their oral health.
Come join our team! Pay based on experience. Subject to raise after 90 day review.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $20