Dental Assistant Position Available In St. Tammany, Louisiana

Dental Assistant Pontchartrain Dental 1101 Robert Boulevard, Slidell, LA 70458 We are hiring! We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our Slidell office Part-time. If interested, option to add hours at our Mandeville location. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our dental practice. Your primary responsibility will be to assist the dentist during procedures and provide exceptional patient care. If you are passionate about dentistry and have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

Job Duties may include:

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
• Assist the dentist during dental procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Maintain accurate patient records and update medical documentation
• Follow proper aseptic techniques to ensure infection control
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
• Perform dental receptionist duties as needed
• Assist with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments and equipment

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or similar role. At least 1 year required.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology
• Proficiency in using dental software systems
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality guidelines
• X-Ray certification is required

Hours:

Mondays and Wednesdays 8 AM

• 4 PM Option to pick up additional days at the Mandeville office If you are a motivated individual with a passion for dentistry, we invite you to apply for this position.

Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional dental care to our patients.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person