Midwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is looking to hire a part-time dental assistant for our location in Coldwater, Michigan. Dental assisting experience is a plus, but is not required. On-the-job training can be provided to those who are looking to pursue a career in the dental field. Surgical Tech, Medical assistants or EMT's are welcome to apply. This is a two day a week ( Wednesday and Friday ) position with additional one half day Saturday a month.

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Position : Dental Assistant

Position Summary : Assist the doctor by being responsible for various dental assisting duties, maintains equipment and instruments following OSHA requirements, and treats each patient with respect and professionalism.

Primary Duties :

• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Assists doctor during procedures
• Prepare and set-up trays
• Administer & process x-rays
• Pt. instructions following trtmt
• Maintain lab & operating work areas
• Check, switch, & order gas tanks
• Maintain emergency box supplies
• Clean Operatories
• Direct & prepare patients for surgery
• Change traps monthly
• Dry Test Strips
• Check AED, batteries, laryngoscope

Secondary Duties :

• Take out trash
• Maintain current x-ray certification
• Check pt. flow from front desk
• Attend required office meetings
• Biological steam test
• Fire Extinguisher check monthly
• Draw up/Count medications
• Gauze Packs/water syringes
• Laundering uniforms and linen
• Impressions
• Schedule doctor lunches
• Biohazard

Physical Requirements :

• Able to stand for long hours, stock rooms,
• Eye-hand coordination
• Able to lift & hold an object for a lengthy period
• Ability to respond quickly to oral instructions
• Bending, stooping, walking
• Good vision & hearing

Competencies :

• Good attitude
• Enjoy working with people
• Desire to help patients in discomfort
• Able to maintain a positive work environment
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to handle pressure & stress
• Flexibility
• Knowledge of dental procedures
• Ability to handle constructive criticism
• Willingness to travel & work at another MOMS location when needed

Skills : Ability to operate and maintain: x-ray machine, panorex, ultrasonic, autoclave, processor oxygen & nitrous oxide, blood pressure & pulse meter, suction, hand pieces dry heat sterilization, dental, implant materials and equipment. CPR, OSHA, radiology, dental assistant certification

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations