Dental Assistant - Hillcrest Dental Group - Jackson, MS

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

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 (Eaglesoft preferred)
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant program is preferred
Radiology Certified, CPR certified
Additional certification or training is an asset

Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
License reimbursement
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Safety equipment provided

Schedule:

12 hour shift
8 hour shift
On call
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Radiology Permit (Required)

Work Location: In person

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