Dental Assistant

Job Opportunity: Dental Assistant at Draper Dental

Job Description

Draper Dental, a leading provider of high-quality dental care, is excited to announce the search for a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our professional team. We have a beautiful clinic that is driven to maintain a healthy happy work environment. We are goal oriented and team focused. We are seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic about delivering exceptional patient care and wishes to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. This full-time position is perfect for those who thrive in a hands-on health care setting, facing new challenges and learning opportunities every day. Please note, the role requires the candidate to work on-site at our facility as it is not a remote job.

Hours: Mon-Wed 8-5

Joining Draper Dental means being part of a team committed to fostering a friendly and professional atmosphere where both patients and staff feel comfortable and valued. By working with us, you will have the chance to contribute significantly to the well-being and satisfaction of our patients, ensuring they receive the best care possible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, including restorative dental procedures, fillings, crowns, root canals, implants, and dentures.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Collect and record patient health histories.
• Provide patients with postoperative instructions and oral hygiene advice.
• Neatly setup and breakdown of operatories before and after treatment.
• Perform infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Manage dental office emergencies.
• Handle tasks related to both analog and digital impressions and digital scanning including Cerec scanning/design.
• Provide support with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, managing records, and billing.
• Ensure all care is delivered with respect to each patient’s privacy and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant desired - but new assistants welcome to apply.
• Proficiency in dental office software, ideally Eaglesoft or Practice by Numbers desired.
• Strong ability to handle dental instruments and operate dental machinery accurately desired.
• Experience performing digital X-rays and familiarity with digital imaging desired.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• A proactive and efficient approach to work.
• Commitment to adhering to safety and hygiene regulations.