- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Pittsburgh, PA
Job Description
Job description
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General Objectives: Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients.
Specific Objectives:
Check to ensure that units are ready, stocked and clean at the beginning of each appointment
Oversee cleanliness of operatory
Help in other areas of the office when necessary
Patient Management
Seat patient and have proper setup for procedures
At all times show care and concern for patients
Try not to leave the patient unattended in the chair
Anticipate and assist dentistâs needs at all times
Escort patients from the treatment room
Complete patientâs chart indicating procedure done today and what procedure is to be completed at the next visit
Perform other tasks as assigned by the dentist
Office Participation
Be an active participant in staff meetings
Promote team concept by interacting with others in the office
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS Education/Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Graduation from an ADA-accredited assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred
Coursework in dental instruments and procedures
Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray certification, OSHA training)
Legible handwriting for notations in patients chart; computer skills desired
Interpersonal
Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community
Effective verbal skills to communicate with patients and staff
Job Type: Full time. Must have at least 1 years of dental assistant experience.
Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Monthly Bonus/Employee Retention Bonus
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
401k Matching
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Philadelphia, PA 19151: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
