Dental Assistant

Visit us and drop off your resume at 225 E 16th Ave, Gulf Shores during business hours Mon-Thurs!

We are looking to grow our team by hiring a dental assistant who will help our office continue to be efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift some administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients have a pleasant experience
• Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist with a variety of procedures such as fillings, crowns, root canals, oral surgeries, etc...
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the lab and clinical areas clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments using scheduling software
• Maintain accurate patient records and notes

Skills

• Strong work ethic and great attitude are what we are looking for! We can train the right candidate in dental assisting duties.
• Proven experience as a dental assistant is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing preferred.
• 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.
• Must have CPR Certification or complete a course within 90 days of hire date.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Gym membership
• Bonuses

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday
• Sometimes Friday

Experience:

• Dental office: Minimum 1 year assisting experience

Ability to Relocate:

• Gulf Shores, AL 36542: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Gym membership
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gulf Shores, AL 36542: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person