Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Duties:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Prepare materials for impressions and restorations
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical history forms
- Follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality
- Use Dentrix or other dental software systems to schedule appointments and manage patient records
- Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns

Opportunity for a self- motivated, organized dental assistant in a patient oriented dental office. The ideal candidate would be able to multi-task, follow direction well, communicate effectively with patients, work well under pressure, and begin work or undertake a project on their own initiative. A positive team attitude, emphasis on customer service, and a consistent professional appearance are musts.

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Set up and break down operatory post-treatment.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary including ordering clinical supplies and keeping track of inventory.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and dental science.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 30 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

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