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full-time 1 month ago

Dental Assistant

Dynamic Dental Wellness

Ashburn, VA 20147
15 - 29/hr

About the Practice

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Job Description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Full Job Description

Our dental office in AShburn is a family owned and operated practice. We are searching for individuals who are people oriented and looking for an office environment that feels like home. We value longevity; Most of our staff has been working with us for years!

The Dental assistant will greet patients, lead them to the examining room, and prepare them to see the dentist. Main responsibilities include assisting the dentist in caring for the patients, as well as all other duties a dental assistant is licensed to perform. The dental assistant must follow all OSHA and HIPPA regulations, while working collaboratively with their team to provide quality patient care. You must also be familiar with the current ADA & CDC regulations regarding COVID-19.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and assist in dental procedures

Perform housekeeping duties before seating each patient and after

Prepare the operatory with all necessary instruments and moving equipment into place

Confirm all equipment is functioning correctly before seating a patient

Assist any doctor or staff if assistance is requested

Provide all patients with oral hygiene instructions and post-operative instructions

Verify a patient has a documented next visit appointment before the patient is dismissed

Maintain a clean central sterilization area

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an employee should demonstrate the following competencies:

Listen without interrupting and keep emotions under control

Request clarification when needed

Meet the highest standard of attention to dental operations

Arrive to work on time and dressed appropriately following COVID-19 regulations

Follow safety and security policies and procedures, immediately notifying management of unsafe conditions

Use equipment and materials in accordance with instructions given

Qualifications:

Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments and correct Dental terminology

Exceptional customer service skills

Ability to read and understand basic instructions and memos

Verbal communication skills while working with doctors and caring for patients

Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, change money for patients, and determine appropriate item quantities to order

Ability to resolve problems or concerns of the patients in a professional manner

Education:

A minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Certificates:

RDA License (Required)

CPR Certification (preferred)

Ultrasonic Certificate (preferred, not necessary)

Coronal Polishing Course (preferred, not necessary)

Pit & Fissure Sealant Course (preferred, not necessary)

Job Type: Full-time

About Dynamic Dental Wellness

Dynamic Dental Wellness is committed to providing the most advanced treatment options in general, family, and cosmetic dentistry. They also offer sleep and airway treatments, sedation, orthodontics, emergency dental care, laser procedures, custom smile design, and holistic services.

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