Experienced Dental Assistant - Maughan Dentistry - Orem, UT

Job description
Seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our fun and hard working private practice for a minimum of 3 to 4.5 days a week including most Fridays. We require a 1 year minimum commitment for employment. We are committed to compassionate, quality, and consistent care for our patients, along with a positive, supportive, and rewarding environment for our staff. If you want to work with a great team, where you are actually valued and appreciated, then we might be the right office for you.
Responsibilities
- Show up for work on-time with a positive attitude. (We want a nice person who enjoys being part of a team.)
- Work efficiently and productively with all staff members. Treat fellow employees with respect and kindness. (We don't throw tantrums or instruments here)
- Communicate effectively by keeping accurate and detailed patient records, sending/answering emails and texts in a timely manner and educating patients on the many options of conservative restorative to optional cosmetic procedures.
- Assist the dentist or hygienist with all types of patient treatment. Previous experience with implants, wisdom teeth extractions, cosmetic cases, Cone Beam, 3-D printing, and Cerec are a plus.
-Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile dental office environment. (This one is obvious, but we also don't leave leftovers in the fridge and we don't eat other peoples lunches)
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in dentistry and participate in continuing education opportunities.
Qualifications
- 3 years of previous chair side dental assisting experience. Experience does not have to be consecutive. Past experience as an assistant is accepted.
- Proficient knowledge of dental procedures, techniques, equipment, and software.
- Strong understanding of dental anatomy, oral health, disease prevention, and the ability to share that knowledge effectively.
- Experience with medical imaging technologies such as digital X-rays, Prime Scan or other digital scanners
Compensation
- Wage rage of $22-$29 per hour. based on length of experience and quality of work. We will do a performance review at 3 months and each anniversary to make appropriate adjustments.
- Additional benefits are available for those who work 4.5 days a week
- We believe a healthy work /life balance is a key to a happy life. Our dental assistants work 3 to 4.5 days a week and average between 27 and 40 hours. Our office is open from 7:40am to 5:15pm each day. We do not work weekends.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $29.00 per hour
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
No weekends

Work Location: In person

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