- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Whitsett, NC
Job Description
We're looking for a DA2 to join our growing team! The dental assistant should be well-organized with great attention to detail. We are highly structured, and strive to work within the office systems. We take our work very seriously, but like to have fun doing it!
Responsibilities
Welcome patients in the dental office
Prepare customers 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
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room 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
Can assist with all standard General Dental Procedures including extractions
Make temporary crowns
High school diploma; graduated from dental assistant program DA II
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
Kind in any situation, especially difficult or stressful
Familiar and proficient with computers, typing, and with Microsoft office programs
Capable of having a conversation and communicating details in clear concise manner
Enjoys fast pace setting
Comfortable working with a team, no drama, no conflict
Dependable, consistent, reliable
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Continuing education credits
Employee discount
Free parking
On-the-job training
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Profit sharing
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
License/Certification:
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Dental Assistant II Certification or Equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
