What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Tupelo Dental Group?
We are seeking an EXPERIENCED and outgoing dental assistant to join our team! The position is a salaried full time position (Monday - Thursday) with salary based on experience. The position has bonus potential and paid vacation hours. Ideal candidates should possess a positive attitude and a friendly chairside manner, be well organized, and able to multi-task in a busy environment. A current radiology license and CPR certification are required for this position.
Responsibilities
- Assisting the dentist in a variety of dental treatments and procedures
- Taking digital XRays
- Helping the patient feel comfortable before, during, and after the dental procedure
- Taking impressions of the patient's teeth for crowns, bridges, dentures, partials, and study models
- Making temporary crowns and bridges
- 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
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- 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)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14