Dental Assistant

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make our dental office more efficient and pleasant for patients, on WEDNESDAYS only. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental 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. Responsibilities Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Maintain accurate patient records Skills Proven experience as dental assistant is not necessary Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus 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 It is preferred that you are radiology certified Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 xe2x80x93 10 per week Benefits: Employee discount Schedule: 10 hour shift Application Question(s): Do you have your radiology certificate? What made you apply for this position? Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Dentrix: 1 year (Preferred) Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person