Dental Assistant I or II

We are looking for competent dental assistants who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. 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.

We are currently hiring for multiple locations (Waxhaw and University)
Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Answer phones and Schedule appointments
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
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
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
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
CPR Certified
X-Ray Certified
Nitrous Oxide Certified is a plus
Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus
Call Center Experience is a plus
Essential Job Functions/ Patient Orientation:
Communicate clearly and professionally with patients from different social and economic levels
Develop strong report with parent and patients
Professionalism:
Set tone and personality for entire office team via positive, professional and upbeat communications
Present a professional appearance/image through dress, language and actions in all instances maintaining self control with patients and fellow employees
Team Orientation:
Communicate clearly with all clinical and non-clinical team members
Follow all directions from dentist(s)
Have all required information available for team members before patients arrive for appointment to help ensure that the patient experience is positive.

Salary
Pay is commensurate with experience and certification level (DAI or DAII). Competitive rates offered based on qualifications.

Locations
2514 Cuthbertson Road, Waxhaw NC 28173
3010 Baucom Raod, Suite 100, charlotte NC 28269
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Sterilization: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
Certified Dental Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person