Dental Assistant - Sioux Falls Smiles - Sturgis, SD

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Sturgis, SD

Job Description

Would you like to work for a private dental practice that has an excellent team of providers? We are seeking a dental assistant with a “get it done” attitude that can embrace teamwork and can convey genuine concern for patient care here at Sioux Falls Smiles. We offer a competitive salary while working in a professional, respectful, and fun environment. Our practice values Continuing Education and our focus is the connection between dentistry and overall health. We’re committed to the success of our team and practice. If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please send us your resume for review!
Benefits:

401(k) with employer match after 1 year of employment
Uniforms Provided
Great work Life Balance
Monthly Bonus Plan Structure
Medical & Vision Insurance, after 2 months of employment
In House Dental Care, after 2 months of employment (For Employee, Spouse, and Children)
5 days of Paid Vacation, after one year of employment
10 Paid Holidays, after one year of employment
Quarterly team appreciation days
You will receive ongoing training and continuing education
Lunch provided by the owner monthly from a local restaurant of the teams choosing

Pay: $20
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:30am-5pm and Friday 8am-12pm as needed
Responsibilities

Provide a warm greeting and escort patients of all ages to the appropriate operatory
Prepare instrument cassettes and set up materials for the procedures to be performed
Perform sterilization of contaminated dental instruments after appropriate training and follow standards of infection control protocol
Make accurate alginate impressions which are to be poured into diagnostic models
Make accurate and clear dental images including but not limited to: bitewings, periapicals, panoramic x-rays, CBCT, and intraoral photographs
Assisting procedures that include but are not limited to: fixed and removable prosthodontics, esthetic and non-esthetic direct restorations, oral surgery, & endodontics.
Provide assistance, when necessary, to other members of the dental team
The ability to briefly explain dental procedures and answer basic questions about treatment planning to the patient
Assist office personnel in times of patient health emergencies
Willingness to learn new technologies (impression scanning, digital restoration design, etc.)
Stay on task during and in between appointments
Our office highly values a passion and willingness to learn on the job
Dental assistants are highly encouraged to participate in continuing education courses with dentists and the team
Knowledge of Dental Software is a plus but not required


Education or Prior Experience

Completion of an ADAA dental assistance program
2+ years chairside experience
Demonstrated willingness to actively learn and undergo training may serve as substitution for previous experience


Job Type: Full-time #hc52063

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