- Permanent Dentist Job
- Berea, OH
Job Description
We are looking for a dental assistant who will make the dentistâs office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Youâll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentistâs 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.
Office Hours:
Monday: 8 am to 5 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am to 5 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am to 5 pm
Thursday: 7 am to 4 pm
Closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Responsibilities
Welcome customers 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 room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records
Assist hygienist when needed
Skills
Proven 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
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Eagle soft knowledge is a plus
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
No weekends
Work Location: In person
