What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Sycamore Hills Dentistry?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR AN OFFICE THAT TAKES THEIR EMPLOYEES TO THE CARIBBEAN EVERY YEAR?!
We are looking for a competent and friendly dental assistant at Sycamore Hills Dentistry that will make Dr. Rorick's office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. (X-Ray certificate REQUIRED)
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.
We have flexible schedules as well as Office Bonus System, paid holidays, medical and dental benefits and retirement IRA plan! Opportunities for advancement! All eligible full time employees receive the opportunity for a trip to the Caribbean!
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 patient records
- Skills needed:
- 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)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Salary : $16 - $21
