Pediatric Dental Assistant (1 + years Dental Expierence) - Children's Dentistry of Idaho - Nampa, ID

Job description
Children's Dentistry of Idaho is looking for a hard working and enthusiastic dental assistant who will help maintain a fun and energetic experience for our little patients. 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. You will receive advanced training in all aspects of Pediatric Dentistry, from a busy in-office atmosphere to hospital and surgery center anesthesia training.
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare patients 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
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

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
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is required
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Ability to Commute:

Nampa, ID 83686 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Nampa, ID 83686: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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