Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

compensation: Depend on experience

employment type: Full time

job title: Dental Assistant

Our small private dental office is looking for a full time dental assistant.

Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

- Gather patient information and health background

- Prepare the work area for procedures

- Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist

- Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures

- Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions

- Make temporaries

- Restock treatment areas

Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

- Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)

- 1+ years of dental assisting experience

- X-ray certification a plus

- Current CPR certification

- Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Attention to detail