A solo-practitioner dental practice that treats patients like people, not numbers is looking for a Dental Assistant. This role is vital in supporting our dentist and ensuring our patients receive top-quality care. We value personalized treatment and caring for patients of all ages. If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives and thrive in a friendly, small-town environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
Assist dentist during procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials.
- Maintain strict infection control and aseptic techniques (including but not limited to helping to keep office and operatories clean).
- Take dental X-rays with precision using bite wing tabs and XCP.
- Strong understanding of dental procedures and dental terminology.
- Experience with CEREC a plus.
Qualifications:
- Experience as a general dentistry assistant.
- Strong grasp of infection control protocols.
- Ability to perform chair-side assisting efficiently.
- Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures.
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate attitude.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to anticipate what the doctor needs.
- Good sense of humor is a good match for our practice.
Willing to train the right person that has no experience if:
- a quick learner
- conscientious
- great work ethic
- strong attention to detail
- in the process of getting Xray certified
The personality traits that work best in our office are as follows:
- friendly and outgoing personality with a good sense of humor
- go with the flow personality
- conscientious
- self-motivated
- organized and efficient
- strong work ethic with reliable attendance
Hours: Monday 9-6, Tuesday 9-6, Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-4, No Weekends, also off on Wednesdays
Salary: $17-$18 per hour (negotiable with experience)
Zip code: 21776
Job ID: # 69432DA