Dental Assistant - 23 Dentistry - Catlettsburg, KY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Catlettsburg, KY

Job Description

Are you experienced, warm, kind, driven, dedicated and fun? Are you looking for more? This isn't a job, it is a career with growth opportunities!
Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow doctor instructions clearly and respect dental office regulations. Our assistants must be skilled in providing direct and indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible and provide excellent comfort and care to our amazing patients. We provide all aspects of dentistry to our patents, including dental implants and complex cases. Experience with Dentrix Ascend , digital x-rays, same day crowns and dental implants is preferred.
We pride ourselves on a zero gossip office where teamwork and respect are both given and received. We strive for work life balance and believe that if we take great care of our team,they will provide 5 star service to our patients! We are owner operated and provide non corporate structure and systems that make sense in a family focused environment where your needs and teamwork are valued.
If you are ready to turn your day to day job into a career you can truly be proud of, submit your resume today!
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 dentists through 4-handed dentistry
· X-ray Certification required
· Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
· Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
· Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
· Proven experience as dental assistant
· Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
· Understanding of health & safety regulations
· Good computer/technology skills
· Excellent communication and people skills
· Attention to detail
· Well-organized and reliable
· High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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