- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Lodi, NJ
Job Description
Looking for an experienced Dental Assistant with Xray License or a High School Student or individual who wants to Start a Career in dentistry--Willing to train!
GREAT OPPORTUNITY for Future Dental School Applicant to learn clinical dentistry and earn a letter of recommendation for Dental School.
Looking for a dental assistant who will make visiting the dentistââ¬â¢s office pleasant for patients. You will assist the dentist and provide administrative and basic tasks with great customer service. Should be well-organized with attention to detail.
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 assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
