Dental Assistant for Prosthodontic Practice

We're looking for a positive and motivated individual who has a passion for dentistry and likes interacting with people. If you are interested in working in an exciting environment with a great team and have a background in dental assisting, this is the right career choice for you! The successful candidate will be friendly, detail oriented, reliable and have a background in dental assisting. We have two locations - one in Oakland and one in Wexford. Must be able to travel to both locations
Responsibilities:
Assist the dentist in administering dental treatment
Preparing and sterilizing instruments, handpieces, and other equipment in compliance with OSHA standards and CDC guidelines
Monitoring inventory and ordering dental supplies
Providing patient education and nutritional counseling to maintain oral health
Treat patients with respect and friendly attitude
Perform administrative tasks as directed by the dentist
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of accredited dental assisting program preferred
Compliance with state dental practice requirements such as x-ray requirements and OSHA standards
Computer skills
Previous Dental assisting experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Credit union membership
Employee discount
Mileage reimbursement
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
Work Location: In person