- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Oxford, AL
Job Description
We are a fast-paced pediatric office needing a dental assistant to join our dental family. We have 2 doctors and a great team.
The Dental Assistant will assist dentists and specialty dentistââ¬â¢s chair side, greet and escort patients, take radiographs as instructed by the provider, set up and break down operatories, clean operatory areas after each patient, and will stock all materials needed in the clinic daily. In addition, the Dental Assistant will be responsible for sterilization and maintaining equipment and materials in accordance with OSHA, federal and state guidelines.
The Dental Assistant may support the front desk operations, schedule appointments, check in patients, collect, and verify patient demographics, retrieve charts, document treatments plans and other tasks in support of office administration.
Basic Requirements:
1 year of experience recommended
Ability to lift 25 lbs. with or without accommodation.
Honest and hard working
Friendly and courteous
Multi-tasking skills' and self-motivated
Love children
Preferred Qualifications:
Should be proficient in taking radiographs.
Competent with infection control procedures.
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Have some experience in treatment of patients with special healthcare needs, specifically patients with cognitive and developmental deficits.
Ability to work with patientââ¬â¢s parents, guardians, and care givers.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Should be a team-leader, self-motivated, well organized and have the ability to manage his/her time efficiently
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Holidays
Short term and long-term disability insurance
Uniforms
Bonuses
Pet insurance
Schedule:
8.5 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Thursday, Fridays rotating
