Dental Assistant

Company: iHire
Location: Anaheim
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Job Description:

We are looking for afull-time long term competent dental assistant who will make the dentist's office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You'll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist's 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.Our office has a warm and cheerful atmosphere, with loyal and valued patients who have been with us for many years. Our current staff have been with us long-term; between 5 - 22+ years. Now we are looking for someone who's personality and skills can fit into our office. We offer our staff medical, 401K, paid holiday, paid vacation, and end of year bonuses.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 proceduresRequirements
  • 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
  • Graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
  • Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)Employment Type: Full TimeYears Experience: 1 - 3 yearsSalary: $15 - $24 HourlyBonus/Commission: Yes

Keywords: iHire, Anaheim , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Anaheim, California