Dental Chairside Assistant - Ridgeway Dental - Saint Clair Shores, MI

We are looking for a dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service. Dental assistants 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. Have Dentrix experience.
Responsibilities

Welcome patients in the dental office
Prepare patients for treatments or check ups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
No weekends

Work Location: In person

Read More