Dental Assistant

About us
We are local business that is professional, fast-paced and rewarding.

Our work environment includes:
Friendly fun atmosphere
Growth opportunities
challenging yet very rewarding
We are a growing dental practice in Kahului, HI looking for a competent long term dental assistant who will be responsible for providing support to our growing dental team. You’ll be working under the dentist’s office hours and you should have some knowledge of dental procedures and techniques (we are willing to train the right willing individual)
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant or in customer service
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform diverse tasks like charting, phasing, filing, x-ray taking and cleaning
Good computer skills
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Job Duties:
Assist the dentist or hygienist through all oral surgery and or cleaning procedures.

Take digital radiographs of the mouth (child, adult, and mixed).

Prepare and clean the room for treatment.

Sterilize instruments and prepare equipment for treatment.

Assist with prepping materials for treatment.

Perform office tasks like answering phones, scheduling appointments, and making appointments.

Keeps the room clean and orderly.

Maintain inventory of supplies and place orders as needed
Work Hours Monday through Friday 745am to 5:30pm Saturday 700am to 2:30pm (Will have Sundays and 1 day during the Monday Through Friday work week OFF)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Pediatrics
Application Question(s):
Why are you the best candidate for this job?

Please explain any gaps in resume (very important to answer).

Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
Location:
Kahului, HI 96732 (Required)
Work Location: In person