full-time 4 days ago
Dental Assistant
Opelika Dental Arts
1957 1st Avenue, Opelika, AL 36801
Competitive Compensation
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Job Description
Location:
Opelika Dental Arts
Our Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.
Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:
Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
Taking and processing X-rays of patients
Perform lab tasks as instructed
Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice
Qualifications:
1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients
Compensation & Benefits:
Guaranteed Hourly Rate
Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
401k Program: with matching contributions
Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)
Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
Flexible Schedules
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.
Opelika Dental Arts
Our Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.
Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities:
Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
Taking and processing X-rays of patients
Perform lab tasks as instructed
Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice
Qualifications:
1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients
Compensation & Benefits:
Guaranteed Hourly Rate
Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
401k Program: with matching contributions
Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)
Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
Flexible Schedules
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.
About Opelika Dental Arts
Opelika Dental Arts is a family dental office in Opelika, Alabama, offering comprehensive dental services tailored to individual needs. They believe in providing high-quality, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, treating every patient like family. Services range from routine cleanings to restorative and cosmetic treatments, all conveniently located in one place.