What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Townsend Dental?
```Duties```
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform basic laboratory duties such as pouring and trimming models, fabricating temporary crowns, and taking impressions
- Maintain a clean and organized dental operatory
```Requirements```
- Dental assisting experience preferred
- Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
- Familiarity with medical records management and HIPAA regulations
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with patients of all ages
- Ability to take accurate vital signs and record patient information
- Understanding of dental anatomy and oral health conditions
We offer 401k matching, health stipend, uniforms, paid well days, paid vacation and dental benefits.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the dental practice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22