Dental/Hygiene Assistant, Sterilization Tech - Optimum Dental - Arlington, VA

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Arlington, VA

Job Description

Our team is looking for an additional dental clinical team member for our growing practice! We are a one Dentist practice specializing in excellent patient care. Our office hours are 7am -4pm, Monday-Thursday. We are looking for a team member who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Assistant 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. knowledge of Dentrix is a must!
Responsibilities

Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the Clinical team throughout the day
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

Skills

Proven experience as a sterilization tech / dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer/typing skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Paid time off

Experience:

Dental office: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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