Find & Apply For Dental Assistant Jobs in Ironwood, Michigan

Dr. Stanley W. Gresham is seeking applicants to fill Dental Assistant vacancies. No experience is necessary. We will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

Provide chairside assistance to Dr. during dental procedures. Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operations according to clinic protocols. Handle and dispose of infectious and hazardous waste according to clinic protocols. Accurately chart results of oral exams, as instructed by Dr. Set up and clean up materials and equipment needed for dental procedures. Take blood pressures and record them in a chart. Greet and seat patients from the waiting room to dental operatories and review reasons for patient's visit. Interact with patients, gather information and explain dental procedures. Prepare the patient and the operatory for treatment, including updating the patient chart, preparinginstruments, etc. Monitor nitrous oxide analgesic. Answer phone calls, confirm appointments as needed, and schedule appointments. Collect payments. Prepare patients for procedures, taking x-rays. Answer all questions and educate patients.

Dental Skills:

Ability to take instructions Professional bedside manner Familiarity with dental tools and treatments Willingness to learn Dentrix Dental Software Current knowledge of the latest HIPAA, OSHA and CDC regulations and guidelines Ability to work in a fast-paced dental clinic