Dental Assistant/Hygiene Assistant

Summit Dental - Kendal R Trujillo, DDS
Ruidoso, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2024

Summit Dental is seeking a positive, self-motivated, friendly and energetic Hygiene Dental Assistant to join our growing and quality-driven practice in Ruidoso, NM.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Assist the hygienist/dentist during a variety of procedures
  • Take digital dental radiographs
  • Take impressions and use an intraoral scanner
  • Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
  • Clean and set up operatories
  • Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
  • Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other treatment procedures
  • Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
  • Keep accurate and complete patient notes

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Superior verbal communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • At ease with multitasking and team player
  • Quick learner
  • Dentrix experience is preferred but not required
  • Works well with Team

Please email your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Continuing education credits
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Uniform allowance

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

  • Ruidoso, NM 88345: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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