Job Description
Job Description
We are looking to expand our Dental Team!
Great hours : We ask every assistant to work (2 )AM shifts which would be from 7am-1pm and (2) PM shifts 1pm-7pm alternating Saturdays. You will not have a set schedule it changes week to week, so we can accommodate the Doctors Schedule.
We are an independently owned office with 3 dentists who are dedicated to providing proficient, trustworthy dental services and care.
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. 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.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- 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
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistantKnowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methodsUnderstanding of health & safety regulationsAbility to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plusGood computer skillsExcellent communication and people skillsAttention to detailWell-organized and reliableHigh school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferredAdditional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)New dental assistant school graduates welcomeJob Type : Full-time
Pay : $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits :
401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid sick timeRetirement planUniform allowanceSchedule :
Day shiftEvening shiftMonday to FridayRotating shiftRotating weekendsWork Location : In person