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Dental Assistant
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Indian River Family Dentistry
Indian River, MI (In Person)
$44,720 Salary, Full-Time
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We are looking for a competent dental assistant to join our busy, multi-provider general dental practice. Experience required. The position is 4 days/week (Tues, Wed, Thu, Fri). Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Indian River Family Dentistry takes great pride in providing high quality, compassionate dental care. Responsibilities Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers 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 Take dental radiographs Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable Additional certification or training is an asset