Instructor - Dentistry jobs in New Bedford, MA

We are looking for a part/full-time dental assistant to add to our team. We are a brand new startup pediatric practice with state-of-the-art technology. We are looking for a confident Dental Assistant who is caring, compassionate, and loves working with kids. Must be clinically experienced, demonstrates a positive attitude, interpersonal skills, strong work ethic & takes initiative to ensure every patient’s visit is a 5-star visit.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients in the dental office
• Prepare patients for treatment 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
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

• Proven experience as dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person