full-time 21 days ago
Dental Assistant
Connell Family Dentistry
137 Bellemeade Boulevard, Gretna, LA 70056
21 - 25/hr
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Job Description
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting the dentist and providing quality dental care to our patients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about dentistry and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties:
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization
- Assist the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments, suctioning, and providing support
- Take digital dental x-rays as directed by the dentist
- Perform dental charting and record patient information accurately
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment following infection control protocols
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care instructions
- Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records
- Assist with front desk duties such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling paperwork
Skills:
- Proficiency in dental coding and dental records management
-Make temporary crowns
-Place dental sealants
-Take alginates for dentures and partial dentures
- Familiarity with dental terminology and dental systems
- Strong understanding of infection control procedures in a dental setting
- Excellent attention to detail in maintaining accurate medical documentation
- Must be able to provide EXCELLENT customer serivce.
-Please be reliable and professional.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dentistry, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional dental care to our patients.
Note: This is a paid position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 36.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
Uniform allowance
Ability to Relocate:
Gretna, LA 70056: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting the dentist and providing quality dental care to our patients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about dentistry and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties:
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization
- Assist the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments, suctioning, and providing support
- Take digital dental x-rays as directed by the dentist
- Perform dental charting and record patient information accurately
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment following infection control protocols
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care instructions
- Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records
- Assist with front desk duties such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling paperwork
Skills:
- Proficiency in dental coding and dental records management
-Make temporary crowns
-Place dental sealants
-Take alginates for dentures and partial dentures
- Familiarity with dental terminology and dental systems
- Strong understanding of infection control procedures in a dental setting
- Excellent attention to detail in maintaining accurate medical documentation
- Must be able to provide EXCELLENT customer serivce.
-Please be reliable and professional.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dentistry, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional dental care to our patients.
Note: This is a paid position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 36.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
Uniform allowance
Ability to Relocate:
Gretna, LA 70056: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Dental terminology
• Patient care
• Attention to detail
• Medical coding
• Four handed dentistry
• Patient care
• Attention to detail
• Medical coding
• Four handed dentistry
About Connell Family Dentistry
Connell Family Dentistry in New Orleans and Gretna, LA provides comprehensive dental care including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, emergency dentistry, and family dentistry. They offer a range of services to maintain oral health and beautiful smiles, with a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction.