- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Fort Wayne, IN
Job Description
Welcome to Destiny Dental Care We are a fast pace growing dental company seeking a Dental Assistant for our busy, family practice in Hammond, IN. We were founded with the goal of providing convenient access to high quality, affordable dental care for the communities we serve by empowering our team of highly skilled dental professionals. Our dental offices are designed with the entire family in mind. We see patients of all ages. Responsibilities::
Assist the Dentists, performing the full range of chairside duties
Perform preventive maintenance on dental equipment
Manage dental supplies and records
Make patients comfortable in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain dental records
Hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, and prepare tray setups for dental procedures
Sometimes prepare materials for making impressions and restorations, and process dental x-ray film as directed by a dentist
Make casts of the teeth and mouth from impressions and clean and polish removable appliances
Qualifications::
Knowledge of dental assisting (1 year a plus)
Basic computer knowledge
Knowledge of dental instruments
Excellent customer service and leadership skills
Ability to multi-task efficiently
Knowledge of Dentrix
Knowledge of treatment planning a plus
Xray certification a plus
Coronal polishing/sealant certification a plus
Spanish speaking a plus
