What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Newport Dentistry & Implants?
Established dental practice has immediate opening for experienced dental assistant. Oral surgery, implant, cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental office
- Prepare patients 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
Skills
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Primary Care
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newport, NH 03773: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: One location