Dental Assistant - Super Smiles Dentistry - Broken Arrow, OK

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Broken Arrow, OK

Job Description

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s 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. Must have a coronal polishing license or eligible to apply for their license. Our office hours are Monday through Thursday 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
CORE VALUES: Compassionate, Trustworthy, Respectful, Positive
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers 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 and assist with payment procedures

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
Additional certification or training is an asset
Spanish speaking (preferred not required)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)
Coronal Polishing (Required)

Work Location: In person

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