Full Time Dental Assistant - Apple Street Dental - Morgan City, LA

Permanent Dentist Job

Morgan City, LA

Job Description

Norco/Laplace Area Dental Assistant Needed: We are looking for an experienced dental assistant who is a self starter and loves people. We need someone with at least 2 years experience. We would like a candidate who is passionate about their dental career and who isn't afraid of working their way through a busy work day. We would like to hire someone who plans on growing with our practice for years to come and we have lots to offer such as a safe work environment, benefits, vacation, a work family who work as a team, etc. During our hiring process we will first need to conduct a phone interview with upper managment then we will schedule a short 2 hour working interview with the DDS and the final interview will be after the working interview with the office manager. We are excited to meet any new prospects so please reach out to us today.
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
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant (Required)
X-Ray Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Norco, LA 70079: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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