EFDA Dental Assistant - Essex Family Dental - Essex Junction, VT

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Essex Junction, VT

Job Description

Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Assistant with EFDA certification to join our experienced team. The ideal candidate will assist the dental team in providing high-quality dental care to patients. Hourly rate will be determined by level/years of experience. One evening shift(until 7:00pm) per week and one Saturday shift per month (7:30-2pm) required- additional compensation provided on Saturday shift .
Responsibilities- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures- Set up and breakdown operatory post-treatment- Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history- Prepare materials for impressions and restorations- Perform 3D scanning of teeth- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies- Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked operatory
Experience- Prior experience in dental assisting required- Knowledge of Dentrix software is a plus- Understanding of anatomy and vital signs- Proficiency in using a 3D scanner for dental procedures- Experience with four-handed dentistry techniques- Ability to handle medical documentation accurately and maintain HIPAA compliance- Strong assisting skills and willingness to learn new techniques
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34 – 37 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
License reimbursement
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Essex Junction, VT 05452 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Essex Junction, VT 05452: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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