What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Fulton Family Dental?
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients into the treatment room
- Prepare treatment rooms for patients
- Select and set up trays, instruments and materials needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the doctor for all patient procedures
- Maintain accurate patient records in the patient Dentrix chart
- Take digital x-rays and intra-oral photos
- Undertake lab tasks as needed
- Provide post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule follow up appointments from the treatment room
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to take impressions
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $30
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