We are looking for a quick learner, friendly, and competent dental assistant who will make our office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dental hygienist'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 hygienist in any way that is necessary
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Floater chairside assistant as needed
Skills Needed/Skills that will need to be learned
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Bountiful, UT 84010: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person