Dental Assistant - Starkville Pediatric Dentistry - Starkville, MS

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Starkville, MS

Job Description

With over two decades of dental experience, Dr. Tammi Lockhart provides the highest standard of dental care to children, adolescents, and patients with special needs. Starkville Pediatric Dentistry proudly offers the latest treatments and technologies available to ensure that our patients achieve and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles that will last a lifetime. Our skilled and professional team is committed to providing compassionate and individualized care to each and every patient.
We are looking for a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team in Starkville, MS!
Business hours are Monday through Thursday 8 to 5; Fridays our staff is on a rotating call list to address patient's clinical questions and emergencies.
What We Offer

Medical, vision, and life insurance
401(k) Plan
Short and long-term disability coverage
PTO + paid holidays
Discounts on dental care for your children
Great team atmosphere

What You’ll Do

Welcome patients into the clinical setting
Prepare patients for the scheduled treatment
Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials 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
Clean/disinfect treatment rooms between patients
Maintain accurate patient records on electronic software
Keep chairs stocked and organized as well as clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment

What You’ll Need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Some dental experience is helpful, but not required
[MS] Registered Dental Assistant Certification/ License if applicable
[MS] Radiography Certification if applicable
CPR certification if applicable

Job applicants who advance to the interviewing process may be asked to provide a work history with at least 3 professional references and to attend 1-2 working interviews.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $11.00 per hour
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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