Dental Assistant

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient
• Provide instruments and materials to dentists as required during procedures
• Record dental histories and vital signs of patient
• Maintain dental supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating needed supplies, and placing orders
• Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and scheduling repairs
• Assist in management of dental emergencies
• Maintain patient confidence by keeping patient records confidential
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person