Princess Dental Staffing

Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant - Peabody Pediatric Dentistry and Braces - Peabody, MA

Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job

Peabody, MA

Job Description

Peabody Pediatric Dentistry and Braces is seeking a self-motivated, knowledgeable, and dedicated certified or formally trained dental assistant for our busy pediatric dental practice. Our office strives to ensure that adequate access to dental care is available for patients of all ages, demographics, and dental needs.
Dental Assistant Responsibilities:

Perform preventive duties such as coronal polishing and fluoride varnish and sealant application
Prepare the treatment room for the doctor and the patient
Prepare the patient for treatment
Set up treatment room with the instruments and materials to be used
Passes instruments and supplies to the doctor
Uses suction during the procedure, and help keep the patient comfortable
Take and pour alginate impressions
Help educate patients
Help with charting
Bring the patient in for treatment. Walks patients out to the front desk after treatment.
Take blood pressure and pulse when required
Sterilize instruments and disinfect the treatment room
Restock the room
Inform the head assistant when supplies need to be ordered
Track lab cases as they are sent out and received back
Call dental labs to pick up cases or follow up when a case has not been received
Call patients who are late for their appointment
Help other staff members, both clinical and administrative, when needed
Look ahead in the schedule to be certain lab cases are here on time
Take, pour, and separate alginate impressions
Clean and maintain the hand pieces and equipment
Helps keep the office clean and neat.
Support and promote teamwork and a happy atmosphere in the office.
Other duties may be assigned!