Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Assistant - Faculty Practice - VCU Dental Care - Richmond, VA
- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Richmond, VA
Job Description
Chief Purpose of the Position
The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by: preparing the treatment room, patient instruments and materials; performing standard infection control procedures; taking necessary x-rays as delegated by the treating Resident dentist; scribe for resident and or staff as needed.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
Knowledge of dental procedures, dental self-care, utilization of materials, equipment, instruments and supplies
Knowledge of standard infection control protocols
Knowledge of daily preventive maintenance of dental instruments, equipment and accessories
Knowledge of techniques used in dental radiography in compliance with federal and state regulations
Knowledge of dental office administrative procedures and principles of dental office record keeping
Basic computer knowledge
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to consistently deliver high level of customer service
Education level and experience required:
Dental Assistant 2 years experience required
CPR certification preferred
X-Ray certification required
High School diploma or equivalent required
Hiring Range: commensurate with experience
Brief Summary of Benefits: Benefits for this position include, but are not limited to Health and Group Life Insurance, Vision, Dental Insurance and Dental Discounts, Flexible Spending Participation, and Paid Holidays. After completion of 90 days, you are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave. After completion of 6 months, you are eligible for a 401k contribution and match, Professional Development/Tuition Assistance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
Background checks required.
EEO Statement: VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
