- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Fort Smith, AR
Job Description
We would like a dental assistant who will help the dental office flow more smoothly and who will have great communication with patients. Dental assistants should be organized along with great attention to details. Our assistant will need to be able to follow instructions and respect dental office guidelines. Our assistant should be highly motivated and skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. If this seems like a good fit for you, please apply today and give us a call at (479) 484-0008
$14-21 an hour depending on experience
Responsibilities
Prepare patients for oral examination and assist dental providers in chair-side treatment and procedures.
Prepare rooms and set up instruments.
Taking records, impressions, or x-rays
Provide pre-operational, post-operational, and oral hygiene education to patients and families.
Prepare and maintain accurate charts, records, logs and reports
Complete and maintain dental laboratory forms
Some front desk responsibilities
Other duties as assigned
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant
Positive attitude and outlook
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
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
dental assistant: 1 year (Preferred but is not necessary)
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License:
X-ray (Preferred)
Additional Compensation:
Cash Bonuses
401 K match
Other forms
Work Location:
One location
CDA/RDA License Required:
Yes
Work Remotely:
No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $21.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
