Registered Dental Assistant - Clear Lake Dental Care - Webster, TX

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Webster, TX

Job Description

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

Welcome patients in the dental office
Prepare patients 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 operatory clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and follow office systems

Skills

Minimum of 4 years 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
Experience with dentures and fabrication of Provisionals is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA and Nitrous Monitoring)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Safety equipment provided
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Overtime

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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