Dental Assistant Oral Surgery Office
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Office hours are Monday, Tuesday 9-5, Friday 9-5, Thursday 10-6
NO WEEKENDS or NIGHTS
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental office
- Prepare patients for treatments ensuring their comfort
- Take Xrays
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the surgeon through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Skills
- experience as dental assistant
- x-ray certification
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
- BLS
- NJ Xray license
- Salary negotiable based on experience and responsibilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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