Job Opening: Dental Assistant
Company: I Love My Dentist
Job Description
At I Love My Dentist, we are excited to announce a job opening for a dedicated, full-time Dental Assistant. As a valued member of our expanding dental team, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the care and comfort of our patients in a dynamic, hands-on role. If you have a passion for healthcare and are eager to provide superior support within a reputable dental practice that prides its self on putting the patient first, we would love to hear from you.
As a Dental Assistant, your primary role will be to assist our dental professionals in delivering top-notch dental care efficiently. Your contributions will be crucial in helping us maintain the highest standards of patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. Join us and be part of a team that values professionalism, patient care, and personal growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures such as fillings, crowns, and extractions.
- Take and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs, and provide postoperative instructions as prescribed by the dentist
- Assist the dentist in managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
- Take radiographs (x-rays)
- Perform various office tasks as necessary
Requirements
- Proven experience as a dental assistant
- High school diploma; graduation from a recognized dental assistant school or training program preferred
- Certification for radiology as mandated by state regulations (where applicable)
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Strong communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
Benefits
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Dental care for individual and immediate family.