Dental Assistant Dentistry At Park Place Montgomery, AL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $13 - $18 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications

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High school diploma or GED Patient interaction Dental Assisting Full Job Description

DENTAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Requirements:

The Dental Assistant assists the Dentist, Dental Hygienist, and other team members in both administrative and clinical duties, as directed. The Dental Assistant must be an excellent communicator and educator, both with patients and coworkers. The Dental Assistant must be able to stand and sit in both clinical, office and lab settings, and some minimal lifting is required. This position does require exceptional hand-eye coordination and control, as well as the ability to see well, up close.

Educational Requirements:

Must have High school diploma or GED certificate. We prefer a diploma or certificate from an approved dental assisting program as accredited by CODA (Commission on Dental Accreditation). One year of dental office experience is a plus. Job Duties Include but not limited to: Open/close office Setup operatory - must know unique setup for each procedure Effectively use established protocols for infection control, OSHA and HIPAA Efficiently use practice management software, and all other office technology Actively assist dentist during procedures and exams, keeping the patient's comfort a priority Effectively communicate with patients from the time they arrive until they leave Must be able to accurately and timely enter chart notes according to established protocol Take xrays Make temporaries Prepare lab cases Assist other departments as needed - be willing to cross train on other jobs Keep operatories full and productive Proactively contact unscheduled patients when there are last minute openings in schedule Assist with inventory control and ensure rooms are stocked appropriately Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies Attend training as required

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$13.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person