Dental Assistant/EFDA

Southshore Family Dentistry is a leading dental practice committed to delivering high-quality dental care to our patients. We pride ourselves on our exceptional team of professionals dedicated to creating a comfortable and friendly environment for our patients. We are currently seeking a highly organized EFDA to join our team and contribute to the continued success of our practice.

Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience as a dental assistant required
• EFDA experience required
• X-Ray certification required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members
• Familiarity with Dentrix, or other dental software systems is a plus

Perks and Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Holiday pay, PTO additional gifted hours
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Organization wide and Dental Assistant specific social events
• $100 annual scrub allowance
• Paid Maternity Leave
• 401(k) retirement plan

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures by preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment in compliance with infection control protocols
• Take and process dental X-rays, ensuring patient safety and accurate diagnostic outcomes
• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, anticipating the dentist's needs and ensuring patient comfort
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive measures
• Maintain accurate patient records, including medical history and treatment details, in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Ensure a clean and organized treatment environment, restocking supplies, and equipment as necessary

If you are passionate about helping others and interested in continuing your dental career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Please submit your resume to be considered for this position. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our dental team!

Southshore Family Dentistry provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage all applicants to apply.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Michigan City, IN 46360: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person