Dental Assistant
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What you'll do
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient care, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, providing necessary instruments and materials.
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments in compliance with infection control protocols.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care instructions.
- Manage patient records, including updating medical histories and treatment plans.
- Perform basic administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments and coordinating patient flow.
- Provide chairside support and comfort to patients during procedures.
What they're looking for
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant required.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Friendly demeanor, self-motivated, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with both patients and the dental team.
Nice to have
- Dental Assistant certification or relevant dental training is a plus.
- Dental X-ray license is a plus.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
Blue Stone Health & Wellness is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our dynamic dental team. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering top-notch dental care and ensuring a comfortable and positive experience for our patients.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient care, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
- Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, providing necessary instruments and materials.
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments in compliance with infection control protocols.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care instructions.
- Manage patient records, including updating medical histories and treatment plans.
- Perform basic administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments and coordinating patient flow.
- Provide chairside support and comfort to patients during procedures.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant required.
- Dental Assistant certification or relevant dental training is a plus.
- Dental X-ray license is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Friendly demeanor, self-motivated, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with both patients and the dental team.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling options to accommodate work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work in a rural health clinic setting, serving a diverse patient population.
- Supportive team environment that values collaboration and professional growth.
Join us in providing exceptional dental care and making a positive impact on the oral health of our community as an integral part of our dental team.
Job Type: Part-time
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact pilar.iniguez@bluestonehw.com for more information.
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