```Job Overview```
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will work closely with the dentist and dental hygienist to provide high-quality dental care to our patients. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the oral health and well-being of our community.
Lifetime Dental Care has been serving Harford County for 28 year and over these years it has lifted the lives of many people who have worked here. Lifetime Dental Care has shown perseverance, devotion and grace to all our patients and employees. We are here to help you flourish in an environment where you will be safe, respected and supported. If you are a Dental Assistant with radiation certification seeking an opportunity to experience a dedicated, thoughtful and caring work family, then connect with us. We eagerly look forward to meeting with you.
```Duties```
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Assist the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments and materials
- Taking dental x-rays
- Perform dental charting and record patient information
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
```Skills```
To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Familiarity with aseptic technique and infection control protocols
- Experience in taking dental x-rays
- Knowledge of dental terminology and documentation
- Ability to assist with various dental procedures
- Familiarity with dental imaging software, such as Dentrix, Dexis
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dental care, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person