Dental Assistant, Chairside - Happy Teeth Dentistry - Leawood, KS

Dr. Brianna Ganson is seeking a new team member to join Happy Teeth Dentistry. The dental assistant needs to be fun, upbeat, and professional. He or she must feel comfortable and enjoy working with kids of all ages. We are looking for someone friendly, energetic, and a team player with exceptional customer service skills.
The dental assistant's responsibilities during procedures, cleanings, and surgeries include:

Preparing patients: Making patients feel comfortable, calming them, and seating them. They may also obtain dental records and vital signs.
Preparing the room: Following protocols and procedures to prepare the room for the patient.
Stocking materials: Ordering supplies as needed, organizing invoices, and keeping track of what is needed.
Preparing instruments and equipment: Sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area, and positioning them for Dr. Ganson.
Assisting Dr. Ganson: Taking X-rays, passing instruments to Dr. Ganson, preparing materials, suctioning, and responding to emergencies.
Maintaining patient records: Recording and updating patient medical histories, treatment plans, and other relevant information. Chart treatment details during procedures, such as the teeth involved, materials used, and follow-up treatment timeline.
Educating patients: Providing information to patients and parents, and educating patients about oral hygiene and other topics.
Infection control: Performing sanitation, patient screening, and using PPE.

If you are interested please send your resume and a cover letter telling us why we should hire you :)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift

Ability to Commute:

Leawood, KS 66211 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Leawood, KS 66211: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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