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Wynn Dental Wellness
Dental clinical 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.
$46,802 / year median in Maryland
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Our fun loving dental office is looking to welcome our next amazing team member. We are a growth oriented practice that is passionate about providing quality dental care. Our team members are kind and thoughtful and we love getting to know our patients. Our ideal candidate is fun, engaging, honest and reliable. We are looking for a team member who is goal oriented and enjoys conversations that help lead patients to prioritize their dental health.
Duties:
Assisting chair side in a wide variety of dental procedures Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. Fabricating temporary crowns. Taking preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts. Taking and recording medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients at each appointment. Recording treatment information in patient records. Taking x-rays. Equipment Maintenance Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically ITERO scanning for Invisalign, crowns, implants and denturesSuccess Factors:
Adhere to strict OSHA and HIPAA office standards. Be detail oriented in order to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfort. Be flexible and understand that your job duties may change from time to time and that you may be asked to help in other areas of the office. Excel in forward thinking in order to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patient. Demonstrate active listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Demonstrate good reading comprehension
- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
- Writing patient notes and talking to others to convey information effectively.
Requirements Education/Training:
At least 1 year of college Completion of accredited course in dental assisting is often preferred but may not be required depending upon the dental office and state requirements. Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols.Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$30.00- $32.