Job Title: Dental Assistant
Location: [Suisun City, CA]
Company: [Suisun City Dental]
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: [$25-$27.04]
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist during patient procedures, maintain a sterile and organized work environment, and provide excellent patient care.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Serve as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
- Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
- Take impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
- Perform office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
- Communicate with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing, and ordering supplies)
- Assist with front office tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Dental assistant certification from an accredited program
- X-ray certification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in dental practice management software is a plus
- Bilingual in [specific language] is a plus (if applicable)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Continuing education opportunities
- Friendly and supportive work environment
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter to pkowe@yahoo.com by July 5th, 2024. Please include "Dental Assistant Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.
[Suisun City Dental] is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.08 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Suisun City, CA 94585 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Suisun City, CA 94585: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person