Dental Assistant - Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles - Evansville, IN

Permanent Dentist Job

Evansville, IN

Job Description

Description:
Our Evansville office is looking for Dental Assistants to join our team!
About the Company
Familia Dental was established in 2008 and has grown rapidly because of our quality dentistry and our caring, compassionate approach to all people. Our practice exemplifies the core values of quality, honesty, and care in everything that we do. Our company strives in community outreach and internal growth. Join our family to be a part of giving back to your community and making a difference every day. Familia Dental is a big believer in internal growth, making it a great company to turn a job into a career.
Part-Time Benefits: Flex Time, 401K, financial advisors, and more!
Job Purpose
To assist the dentist effectively and efficiently in providing dental care to patients and to promote Familia Dental’s culture and mission and values.
Responsibilities

Welcome and escort patient in a professional and friendly manner from reception area to and from the treatment areas.
Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
Take and record patient’s medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health, and oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns
Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings..
Recognize and be sensitives to patients’ emotions
Understand and follow company policy and procedures
Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office
Other tasks as assigned.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Skill Sets

Exceptional customer/patient service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software experience. Denticon experience is preferred.
Ability to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.
Detail oriented.
Able to carry out written and verbal instructions
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; Basic Life Support (BLS), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate, and radiography certificate
Dental assisting experience is preferred, but not required.
Experience working within healthcare or related field strongly preferred

Benefits offered:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays & Time Off
Access to Financial Advisors
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
On demand Pay > Receive a portion of your check before payday!

Availability / Schedule:
Office Hours: M-F, 8 AM - 6 PM and Sat, 9 AM - 4 PM

Full time employment:
4+ days a week, 30-40 hours per week
available to work Saturdays, when needed
Full shifts (8-10 hours)

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