Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Perform dental charting and documentation using Dentrix software
- Assist with dental lab tasks
- Provide a comfortable and positive experience for our young patients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited dental assistant program
- X-ray certification (if required by state)
- Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and equipment
- Familiarity with dental documentation system Dentrix and Dexis
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person