- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Falls Church, VA
Job Description
Job OverviewWe are seeking an enthusiastic dental assistant with strong work ethics, excellent communication and patient care skills to join our amazing team! Our office environment is one where everyone is happy to help and we love connecting with our amazing patients. The assistant is responsible for ensuring that patients are comfortable and have a pleasant experience. We are looking for a candidate who has previously worked with a dental team, but we are willing to train the right candidate as well.
Our office is open from Monday to Thursday (8-9 hours/day with time for lunch) and we are closed on Fridays! Who doesn't love a three day weekend all year round? Please send us your resume and professional references. If you are the right person for us we would love to have you on our team!
Duties
-Update and maintain patient records- Preform routine dental cleanings- Assist with X-Rays and other diagnostic procedures- Utilize aseptic techniques to prepare treatment rooms for procedures- Demonstrate knowledge of dental terminology and procedures- Assist with prosthodontic treatments as directed by the dentist- Apply anatomy knowledge to support dental procedures- Provide chair-side assistance during dental treatments- Support front desk operations as needed
Experience- Previous experience in a dental setting is highly preferred but not required- Familiarity with dental assisting techniques and procedures is a plus- Proficiency in assisting with various dental treatments and procedures such as prosthodontics- Knowledge of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques is beneficial- Strong work ethic and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount
Free parking
On-the-job training
Paid orientation
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Falls Church, VA 22043 (Required)
Work Location: In person
