What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant/EFDA position at Vernon Dental Clinic?
Job Summary
Do you have a positive attitude? Do you bring energy and confidence to the workplace? Are you dependable and eager to learn? Do you love building relationships and working closely with people?
If this describes you, but you do not have dental experience, great! We will train the right person for the job!
If this is you and you have dental assisting experience, awesome! We would love for someone to bring working knowledge to the position!
Send your cover letter and resume to frontdesk@vernondental.com and let us know why you are the perfect fit!
Our office hours are Monday -Thursday 8am-5pm.
Responsibilities include, not limited to:
- Communicate well with patients to provide awesome customer service
- Take radiographs
- Assist hygienist when needed
- Manage inventory
- Assist dentist during various procedures including restorations, extractions, and endodontic treatments with precision and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary supplies are available.
- Operate our patient management software, Eaglesoft
- Take vital signs and medical histories; monitor patient comfort throughout procedures.
- Maintain infection control standards and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized following OSHA guidelines.
Qualifications
- Experience with dental assisting is required.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
- Familiarity with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft is preferred
- Ability to perform X-ray procedures safely and effectively
- Experience with pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, or general dentistry is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
- Excellent communication skills to interact professionally with patients and team members.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional dental care while utilizing advanced technology and comprehensive clinical skills.
Please send cover letter describing the details of your interest in this position and the qualifications that make you the best candidate along with your resume.
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19