What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Assistant position at Designs in Dentistry?
Our amazing dental practice is seeking an enthusiastic, take-charge team member to join a team orientated dental practice in Folsom. We are hoping for great people skills, being able to multi-task, have knowledge of Dentrix & Dexis and to know how to have fun while giving our patients the most wonderful care. We look forward to welcoming a wonderful person to our dental team! If you are interested in a great working experience and an opportunity to learn and grow please submit your resume and availability for working interview. Position available as soon as possible.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients 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
- X-ray Certification
- 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 preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday-Friday
- Day Shift
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Other
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $28