We are looking for a competent dental assistant who can contribute to the efficiency and service this dental practice provides for it’s patients. Experienced personnel is desired but not required, training can be provided for the right person. You will 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.
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)
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to work Mon, Thurs and every other Saturday?
- Do you need to drive more than half an hour to our office?
- Are you currently in New Jersey and be able to come for an interview within two weeks?
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Other Languages? (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
