What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Boulder Dental Designs?
We are looking for a team-oriented dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Following instruction and asking good questions is a must. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care, anticipate next step, take initiative and be able to make dental 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 dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked and manage supply ordering
Educate pts. with their current and next treatment planned.
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with needs of dental insurance through quality x-rays and tx write-ups
Aid in perio charting and keeping everyone on schedule - know the pulse of the practice
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school, x-ray certification is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Boulder, CO 80301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28