Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of our dental office.
This is an ENTRY LEVEL position that requires no prior job experience. Our skilled staff will train the candidate. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
This is an ideal role for an aspiring dental assistant. Ideal experience level for this position is 0-1 years.
Duties:
- Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures by providing necessary tools and materials.
- Maintain aseptic technique to ensure a sterile environment for all dental procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Manage patient records using the Open Dental system software (will be trained).
- Schedule appointments and manage the front desk as needed, including handling patient inquiries.
- Perform basic dental coding for insurance purposes and present treatment plans.
- Maintain HIPPA and OSHA standards.
- Sterilization of dental instruments.
- Keep inventory.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not required. Prefer 0 to 1 year of dental assisting experience.
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Punctuality
- Always willing to learn.
- Being a team player.
Join our team and contribute to creating positive experiences for our patients while advancing your career in the field of dentistry!