Job Overview
The Dental Assistant represents Huffman Family Dentistry, LLC in both appearance, attitude, and skill set. The Dental Assistant prepares patients, assists dentist side-chair, sterilizes instruments, sets up rooms, maintains inventory, equipment maintenance, completes lab work, and performs some dental hygiene tasks.
Responsibilities for Dental Assistant
- Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history
- Assist dentist by handling supplies and instruments as requested
- Prepare tables and trays for dentist with necessary instruments and supplies
- Clean and sterilize instruments, and prepare treatment rooms as needed
- Take high quality digital dental radiographs
- Ensure appropriate supply of equipment and materials
- Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist
- Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room
- Perform lab work such as night guards, custom bleach trays, essix retainers
Qualifications for Dental Assistant
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or a Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF)
- Current CPR certification preferred
- 1-2 years of experience as an RDA
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
- Possess a professional and positive attitude
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person