Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $14-$22
Dental Assistant - EDDA Preferred
Position Summary
Exceptional Dental of Central is looking to add a personable and reliable dental assistant to their team. Exceptional Dental prioritizes providing top notch dental care with compassion to our community. Our ideal candidate will be a great team player and will have patient care at the heart of what they do.
Benefits That Work for You
- Competitive pay with monthly bonus potential
- Group health, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off + holidays
- Employee discounts on dental services
- Professional development support
Your responsibilities will include the following:
Actively provide instruments and materials to dentist during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and dentist's efficiency
Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures
Assist chair side during administration of nitrous oxide
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts
Clean and polish removable appliances
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
Record treatment information in patient records
Expose dental diagnostic x-rays
Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner
Must maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policies
Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments
Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings
Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically
Most importantly, youll provide not only medical assistance but also the reassurance, empathy, and encouragement that make our patients feel truly cared for.
What It Takes
- A team-player mindset with the ability to stay calm and efficient in a fast-paced setting
- Strong communication skills with a warm, patient-focused approach
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking 80% Sitting 20%
Moderate noise levels from dental and other lab equipment
Medical, office, and lab setting
Minimum lifting requirements of 35 pounds in order to transfer equipment and pack and unpack supplies.
Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to examine and service patients.