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full-time 6 days ago

Dental Assistant

Yamhill Valley Endodontic Specialists

2090 NE Highway 99w, McMinnville, OR 97128
20 - 40/hr

About the Practice

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Job Description

We are an Endodontic specialist office looking for a motivated and caring individual who is looking to join an amazing team! Our team is made up of incredible individuals that care about one another and have fun providing an outstanding patient experience! We use the most advanced technologies and provide the highest level of patient care in a very friendly and comfortable environment. Our office space is designed to be very spacious and up-to-date so that both patients and staff feel at ease in our office. Transitioning from a general dentistry practice to an endodontic practice can be done relatively easily if you have a willingness and ability to learn and adapt. We will provide you extensive training specific to endodontic care. Looking for a change of pace? Why not check out our office!

Below is the generic stuff that everyone is looking for:
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
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 through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
Proven experience as 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
Radiology Certificate
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Food provided
Health insurance
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Paid training
Retirement plan
Safety equipment provided
License/Certification:
EFDA Certification (Preferred)
X-Ray Certification (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
Dental Assisting Certificate (Required)
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Attention to detail
• Computer operation
• Dental Assisting
• Stocking