Dental Assistant - Pantops Prosthodontics - Charlottesville, VA

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

Pantops Prosthodontics is hiring a Dental Team Member interested in experiencing first-hand the daily procedures involved with working in a specialized dental office. We are located in the Pantops area of Charlottesville, VA. We have various opportunities available to join us at our growing practice.
You must be:

An excellent multitasker
Quick learner
Outgoing
Friendly
Fun
Relationship focused
Self-starter
Compassionate
Dependable person
Organizational skills are a must
Have outstanding communication skills
Computer skills a plus

REQUIREMENTS: You must have a minimum of 1 years dental assisting, or customer service experience.
GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

Assists the doctor utilizing comprehensive four and six-handed dentistry techniques.
Selects proper instruments and tray set-ups.
Accurately records findings of examinations for doctor, completes images using appropriate techniques and follows infection control standards.
Receives and triages patients and notifies doctor of patient status as needed.
Assists in the dental treatment of patients to include seating the patient, reviewing the medical history with the patient and reporting to the doctor any changes from the previous visit and the reason for the current visit.
Takes, develops and mounts intra and extra oral radiographs used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Prepares patient for procedures and assists the doctor by passing instruments, having necessary equipment on hand, providing suction and retraction.
Mixes dental materials and monitors the patient's vital signs and comfort level throughout the procedure.
Pour models in our in-house lab
Cleans, sterilizes, and assembles instruments and equipment throughout the day.
Requisitions supplies equipment and maintains a well-stocked operatory.
Maintains clinic and lab appearance and monitors area for any safety violation.

Surgical and Prosthetic procedures are performed routinely, allowing the applicant to become part of a team who puts their patients’ care and safety first in every aspect of dentistry!
**Interested candidates should send their Resume, Cover Letter, Certification Information and 3 References to our Careers email address found in this post and online on our website
Pantops Prosthodontics has excellent benefits of:~ $15 - $22 Starting Hourly Compensation Range, based on experience.~ Matching 401K~ Paid Time Off~ Paid Holidays~ Free Dental Cleanings and Discounts on Many Dental Procedures
APPLY TODAY! We can interview in person or virtually! We have COVID-19 restrictions in place as we put a high priority on the safety of our patients and employees. We have air filtration systems, physical barriers, PPE, CDC approved social distancing and workplace safety protocols in place.More information about Prosthodontics and our practice can be found at: www.pantops.org
*** Please submit: Cover Letter, Resume, Certifications & 3 References to our careers email address listed in this post and online on our website
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

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

Work Location: In person

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