Dental Assistant - Helidonas Denistry Inc. - Port Richey, FL

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Port Richey, FL

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing private practice. Candidates must have at least Two years of dental assisting experience. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, and help the dentist during patient examinations and other dental procedures. Make temporaries and prepare all lab cases. Between patients, you will clean exam rooms and replenish supplies.
Please note criminal background check is required
Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

Gather patient information and health background
Prepare the work area for procedures
Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory

Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

EFDA
Make temporaries
Pouring Up Study Models from Alginate Impressions
Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)
1+ years of dental assisting experience
X-ray certification a plus
Current BLS and CPR certification
Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 36 per week
Benefits:

Employee discount
Free parking
Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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