What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Smile Studios?
Smile Studios is looking for a highly skilled, enthusiastic and responsible Dental Assistant to join our rapidly growing dental practice. We provide high quality services and perform all aspects of dentistry including cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges and root canals. Responsibilities will include assisting chair-side and preparing the patient for treatment, taking records, impressions, or x-rays. Using computers to update electronic patient records, prepare materials, set up appropriate trays and instruments for treatment and assisting with lab tasks as needed. Customer service skills to ensure patients feel comfortable during their appointment as well as well-informed about treatment.
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
- Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bakersfield, CA 93308: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $15 - $20