Dental Assistant for a Children's Dental Practice - KidsToothDrs - Las Vegas, NV

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make our practice more efficient and pleasant for our little patients and their families. You’ll ensure excellent customer service, you should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental operatories clean and well-stocked
Maintain accurate patient records

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is required
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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