Dental Assistant - Arcadia Dentistry - Arcadia, CA

Dental assistant is primarily responsible for preparing patients and the treatment area for dental procedures, assisting the dentist during treatments by passing instruments, taking X-rays, sterilizing instruments/equipment, maintaining patient records, and educating patients. Key responsibilities of a dental assistant may include:

Patient preparation: Greeting patients, reviewing medical history, seating them in the dental chair, and ensuring comfort.
Treatment room setup: Preparing the treatment area by setting up instruments, trays, and materials needed for the scheduled procedure.
Instrument handling: Passing instruments to the dentist during procedures, maintaining proper suction, and keeping the patient's mouth dry.
Radiography: Taking and developing dental X-rays as directed by the dentist.
Sterilization: Cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments according to infection control protocols.

Required skills for a dental assistant:

Excellent hand-eye coordination
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Good communication skills to interact with patients and the dental team
Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
Understanding of infection control practices
Basic computer skills for electronic patient records

Open to training motivated individuals with a willingness to learn.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

Arcadia, CA 91007 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Arcadia, CA 91007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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