What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Village Dental?
Overview
We are looking for a part-time registered dental assistant to join our single-doctor, privately owned practice. Village Dental has been a staple in the Poulsbo dental community for over 30 years, and we offer a wide range of dental services to our wonderful patients. We prioritize patient comfort and making everyone feel welcome when in our office. We view every member of the team as vital to our success, and we make respect and professionalism our top priority. We are looking for an assistant to work Mondays and Tuesdays, with opportunities to pick up additional hours if coverage is needed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Working hours are 730-530 with a one-hour lunch break. Salary based on experience. Benefits offered: 401K, 401k employer match, bonus structure, paid vacation time, paid sick time, paid holidays, profit sharing.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, and pediatrics.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment according to HIPAA regulations and clinic protocols.
- Take and record vital signs of patients prior to procedures.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Ensure the dental clinic is clean, organized, and well-stocked with necessary supplies.
- Support the front office staff with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow when required.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in dental assisting within a clinical setting is preferred, but we are willing to provide on-the-job training for those with less dental experience.
- Strong knowledge of general dentistry practices, anatomy, and vital signs monitoring.
- Experience with 3D scanning technology is advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
If interested, please send your resume through really or email your resume to info@poulsbovillagedental.com and include a good phone number to contact you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Poulsbo, WA 98370: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $30