Chattanooga Dental Arts: Registered Dental Assistant

Company: Chattanooga Dental Arts
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced, energetic dental assistant to add to our busy, growing practice on Mondays thru Thursdays from 7:45 am to 5:00 pm. We are husband and wife dental team that focuses on comprehensive general dentistry but also offers oral surgery, IV sedation, and cosmetics (Botox/dermal filler). This assistant will help ensure excellent customer service as well as great patient clinical experience. 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 (5-7 years of experience minimum required) Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Prior experience with endodontics, oral surgery, and IV sedation encouraged 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) Proper state licensures requires Benefits Competitive pay 401K benefits/401K match Paid time off Sick Leave Uniform Allowance Continuing Education Allowance Licensure Paid Annually Employee/Family Dental Benefits Salary: $18-20 per hour (could be higher dependent on experience) Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 10 years Salary: $18 $20 Hourly Bonus/Commission: YesSDL2017

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