Dental Assistant/EFDA

Job posting for Lewistown & State College Location. The candidate will work only in 1 location. We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist's office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You'll ensure excellent customer service, be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Prepare patients for treatments 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 Inventory ordering Skills Proven experience as a dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing, matrix band placement, composite fillings, fluoride application is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type:

Full-time /

Part-time Experience:

dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) dental assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Additional Compensation:

Commission Bonuses Duties:

Assisting chair-side Taking records, impressions, or x-rays Using computers to update electronic patient records Assisting with lab tasks as needed Assisting with front office tasks as needed

Clinical Setting:

General Dentistry Hours per week: 30-39 Typical end time: 4PM Typical start time: 8

AM Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$15.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Experience:

Dental Assisting:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

EFDA Certification (Preferred) X-Ray (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person