- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Ann Arbor, MI
Job Description
Job SummaryDo you want to wake up every morning excited to go to work? Do you want to be part of a team that has fun at work while providing exceptional dental care to our patients? We are seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist with various procedures and ensure excellent patient care in a private dental office setting. Hours are as follows Mon-Wednesday 7:30-5:00 and Thursdays 6:30-3:00 NO FRIDAYS
Duties- Support dentists during examinations and treatment procedures- Prepare and sterilize instruments for dental procedures- Take digital dental X-rays- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with medical documentation- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post op instructions- Utilize aseptic techniques to maintain a clean and safe environment- use digital scanner for crown and bridge- Perform four-handed dentistry techniques efficiently
Requirements- Knowledge of general dentistry practices and procedures- strong Understanding of dental anatomy and terminology- Experience working in a dental office is required- Proficiency in using a 3D scanner for dental imaging or ability to learn- Ability to perform tasks using four-handed dentistry techniques
Ability to fabricate temporary crowns and bridges, or ability to learn
ability to adjust occlusal guards
comfortable giving post op instuctions and answering patient questions
triage effectivly emergency appointments
Ability to anticipate Doctors needs during procedures so she doesn't have to ask for instruments
constantly monitor patients comfort level
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (Required)
Work Location: In person
