Dental Assistant, Coronal Polishing - Great Lakes Dental Partners - Michigan City, IN

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Michigan City, IN

Job Description

Description:
Southshore Family Dentistry - Michigan City is a leading dental practice committed to delivering high-quality dental care to our patients. We pride ourselves on our exceptional team of professionals dedicated to creating a comfortable and friendly environment for our patients. We are currently seeking an experienced dental assistant to join our team and contribute to the continued success of our practice.
Schedule:
M/W: 8:00am-6:00pm
T/TH: 8:00am-4:00pm
Qualifications:

1 year of experience as a dental assistant preferred
Coronal polishing certification required
X-Ray certification required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members
Familiarity with Dentrix, or other dental software systems is a plus

Perks and Benefits:

Health, vision, and dental insurance
Holiday pay, PTO + additional gifted hours
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Organization wide and Dental Assistant specific social events
$100 annual scrub allowance
401(k) retirement plan

Responsibilities:

Assist the dentist during the polishing process to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment in compliance with infection control protocols
Take and process dental X-rays, ensuring patient safety and accurate diagnostic outcomes
Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipating the dentist's needs and ensuring patient comfort
Communicate effectively with patients, explaining the coronal polishing procedure and addressing any concerns they may have.
Maintain accurate patient records, including medical history and treatment details, in accordance with HIPAA regulations
Ensure a clean and organized treatment environment, restocking supplies, and equipment as necessary

If you are passionate about helping others and interested in continuing your dental career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Please submit your resume to be considered for this position. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our dental team!
Great Lakes Dental Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage all applicants to apply. Requirements:
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