Dental Assistant

Company: ELITE DENTAL PARTNERS L
Location: Bourbon
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Dental Assistantsupport and inspire people and communities to smile while living their best life.Would you like to work in a positive, fast-paced environment where you can feel proud of the contributions you make and recognized for your hard work? Here at Elite Dental Partners, we focus on our entire team and their efforts while keeping things fun, challenging, friendly and rewarding. You can expect great wages, continuing education opportunities, full benefits that include PTO starting on your first day and growth opportunities. Elite Dental Partners is growing so take advantage of the new opportunities and join our team today!ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment proceduresCapturing quality dental radiographs (x-rays)Ensuring patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatmentOTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:Carryout infection control protocol- preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipmentProviding patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, as directed by DoctorWith the direction of the Dentist, educations patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study castsEnthusiastic communication with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies as directed by Office Manager)REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma or equivalentDental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specifyX-Ray Certification where state regulations specifyPrior Experience with a dental management software - Dentrix preferredQUALIFICATIONSExcellent interpersonal skillsProven dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive chair-side careAbility to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environmentStrong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practicesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: General Office Activities as RequiredGood manual dexterityBend or twist their body.Sit/Stand for long periods of timeThe above statements are intended to provide a general overview and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements. Additional duties can be assigned as determined.Elite Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a diverse workforce.PI185675858SDL2017

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