General / Ortho Dental Assistant - Dental Arts Of Westwood - Westwood, MA

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Westwood, MA

Job Description

About us
Dental Arts Of Westwood has been voted the best dental practice in Westwood for 10 years straight!
We are looking for an ortho and a general assistant***
Licensed Dental Assistant of 3+ yearsWe're building the best dental team, and would love to have an experienced dental assistant with a great attitude to join our fun, exciting, fast pace state-of-the-art, family-owned office. High compensation based on your work, and limitless growth potential.
FYI: We have small puppies that come to the office so no fear of dogs :)
We are looking forward to meeting a friendly, motivated assistant with dental experience for this patient care focused position. We look forward to meeting a self-starter with team building experience to contribute to our amazing team of people.
All general dental procedure experience is desired and the ability to be trained to fit into our strong, driven and compassionate group of friendly staff.
*** REQUIRE a Radiology certified***
Responsibilities

Sterilize instruments
Contribution to communication huddles
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry/ assist hygienists as needed
Basic lab work (impressions/pour models)
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Clean and stock rooms
Prepare examination and surgical rooms by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
Assist in updating and maintaining client dental records
Perform routine dental cleanings and assist in the performance of more complicated surgical procedures
Provide support to dentists, and staff as needed
Offer patients advice and materials necessary to maintain good dental health
Prevent the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment
Team player mentality
Empathy and compassion for people
Ability to listen, understand, and following directions
Good communication skills
Strong attention to detail
A willingness to learn and grow

Competitive pay and benefits for a long term, Perfect fit.
DENTAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED****
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Evening shift
Every weekend
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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