Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Fast-paced dental practice, with two locations in Bedford county, seeking a full-time or part-time dental assistant.

Responsible for assisting our providers in delivering quality care to patients.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team environment, have a can-do personality, and be able to complete their assigned work in a timely fashion. Must display open communication to co-workers and commit to patient satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities :

Understand and demonstrate proper sterilization, bio-hazard, and infection control procedures in compliance with protocol

Demonstrate complete knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, maintenance, and proper tray setups

Perform all chairside procedures efficiently

Efficiently direct patient flow through teamwork and communication

Perform all necessary lab procedures

Package and sterilize all lab cases

Perform panoramic, periapical, and bitewing images

Education :

Associates degree in Dental Assisting (preferred)

2 years experience in Dental assisting (preferred)

X-ray certification (required) or must be able to obtain upon hire

Full-time benefits include :

Nine paid holidays

Paid vacation

Insurance benefits

Retirement plan