Responsibilities for Dental Assistant
- Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history
- Assist dentist by handling supplies and instruments as requested
- Prepare tables and trays for dentist with necessary instruments and supplies
- Clean and sterilize instruments, and prepare treatment rooms as needed
- Take, expose, and mount high quality dental radiographs
- Ensure appropriate supply of equipment and materials
- Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist
- Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room
Qualifications for Dental Assistant
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or a Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF)
- Current CPR certification preferred
- Radiology certification preferred
- 1-2 years of experience as an RDA
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
Immediate Opening available. Great opportunity to join an office that focuses on a positive environment for all employees. An RDA would be preferred, with at least 1-2 years of work experience. Please contact Patricia at (559)688-7529
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person