Dental Assistant - Arlington Dental Excellence - Arlington, VA

Our dental office in Arlington is a family owned and operated practice. We are searching for individuals who are people oriented and looking for an office environment that feels like home. We value longevity; Most of our staff has been working with us for years!
The Dental assistant will greet patients, lead them to the examining room, and prepare them to see the dentist. Main responsibilities include assisting the dentist in caring for the patients, as well as all other duties a dental assistant is licensed to perform. The dental assistant must follow all OSHA and HIPPA regulations, while working collaboratively with their team to provide quality patient care. You must also be familiar with the current ADA & CDC regulations regarding COVID-19.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Service Excellence
Abide by all protocols and policies of Arlington Dental Excellence
Prepare and assist in dental procedures
Perform housekeeping duties before seating each patient and after
Prepare the operatory with all necessary instruments and moving equipment into place
Confirm all equipment is functioning correctly before seating a patient
Assist any doctor on staff if assistance is requested
Provide all patients with oral hygiene instructions and post-operative instructions
Verify a patient has a documented next visit appointment before the patient is dismissed
Maintain a clean central sterilization area

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an employee should demonstrate the following competencies:

Listen without interrupting and keep emotions under control
Request clarification when needed
Meet the highest standard of attention to dental operations
Arrive to work on time and dressed appropriately following COVID-19 regulations
Follow safety and security policies and procedures, immediately notifying management of unsafe conditions
Use equipment and materials in accordance with instructions given

Qualifications:

Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments and correct Dental terminology
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to read and understand basic instructions and memos
Verbal communication skills while working with doctors and caring for patients
Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, change money for patients, and determine appropriate item quantities to order
Ability to resolve problems or concerns of the patients in a professional manner

Education:
A minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
Certificates:

CPR Certification (preferred)
Radiation Certificate

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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