Dental Assistant

Our office emphasizes the importance of a positive and welcoming work environment for both staff and patients. We are looking for someone to join our team. With a history dating back to 1979, the dental practice has a long-standing reputation and experience in the community. We are looking for a candidate with a minimum experience of 1 to 2 years. The practice is willing to provide on the job training to help new hires gain the necessary skills and knowledge. This position involves working Monday, Tuesday, Friday and 2 Saturdays per month.
```Duties```

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures

- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment

- Take dental x-rays

- Perform basic dental laboratory procedures

- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical charts

- Schedule and confirm patient appointments

- Manage inventory of dental supplies and order new supplies as needed
```Qualifications```

- Completion of an accredited dental assistant program

- X-Ray certification required

- Proficiency in medical terminology and dental procedures

- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy practices

- (Dentrix plus)

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Free parking
On-the-job training
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person