We are looking for an enthusiastic and happy Dental Assistants who will serve our child patients and their parents. Bilingual is strongly preferred. Excellent customer service is a must for this position. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Previous experience is recommended. Coronal polishing is a plus. Sealant certified is a plus. Please contact us if you would like to join a terrific team and growing practice in a great new location.
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
- Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
- Proven experience as Dental Assistant
- Ability to work with others in a team approach
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks. Coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- TN DA Liscence (Required)
- Radiology Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person