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Noble Family Dental
Dental Assistant
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$51,494 / year median in Massachusetts
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Assistant Noble Family Dental Springfield, MA Job Details Full-time From $22 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Direct patient care CPR Certification Customer communication Interpersonal skills BLS Certification Chairside coronal polishing Disinfection procedures Attention to detail Dental impressions Dental equipment Operating medical imaging equipment Polishing Radiology Certification Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Full Job Description Dental Assistant We are looking for a competent dental assistant to work in a fast-paced dental practice. The candidate must have excellent chairside and patient care skills. He/She should be well-organized with ability to follow instructions and be a team player. Responsibilities Prepare patients and treatment rooms for dental procedures such as crown and bridges, implants, prophy and restorations. Sterilize instruments and clean operatories according to infection control standards. Assist the dentist chairside. Update patient charts and take radiology films as required. Undertake lab tasks as instructed. Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions. Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked. Other tasks as assigned by lead DA or dentist. Requirements Dental assisting license with radiology certification. Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods. CPR certification. Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing, impressions taking. Excellent communication and people skills. Attention to detail. Well-organized and reliable. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.