Dental Assistant- Floater - MIDTOWN DENTAL - Las Vegas, NV

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

Established patient, health-centered dental practice located in Las Vegas and Henderson, is seeking the right candidate to fill the important position of Dental Assistant- Floater. This position is critical in helping patients receive the highest level of care, provide oversight, and leadership. The ideal candidate will have a positive outgoing attitude, the ability to connect with patients with the highest level of customer service and be system-oriented, as well as, assisting in the efficiency and functionality of the back office and help reach their goals set forth by the doctor. The candidate must have an outgoing personality and have the ability to talk openly with others. Candidates with 3+ years of dental assisting experience preferred for those who are looking for a long-term new dental home.
Needed Skills
· Review and connect with patients about their current level of oral health and treatment needs.
· General Job duties include;
1. Greeting patients in reception and escorting them to the operatory.
2. Maintain a clean/neat working environment according to current infection control procedures.
3. Review and update medical history, obtain and record vital signs, record accurate chart notes under the direction of the doctor, and review and obtain signed informed consents.
4. Assume responsibility with any expanded function duties delegated by the dentist.
5. Assist the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed.
6. Promote an atmosphere supportive of good oral health, providing written and verbal home care and postoperative instructions.
7. Maintain proper supplies for both hygiene and restorative operatory using a provided budget.
8. Ensure patients receive a complete treatment plan documented on the computer and schedule for any corresponding appointments that are needed.
We have 2 locations
Henderson and Las Vegas. We would want someone who can float between both practices
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Paid sick time
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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