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We are looking for an amazing dental assistant who will make the dentistxe2x80x99s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Youxe2x80x99ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentistxe2x80x99s shoulders. 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 Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Proven experience as dental assistant 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 Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) REQUIRED: TSBDE Dental Assisting License Job Type: Full-time Pay: $14.00 – $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Weekends as needed Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification: TSBDE Dental Assistant License (Preferred) Work Location: In person