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.
Dental Assistant II Lewis Family Dentistry - 5.0 Fayetteville, NC Job Details Full-time $21 - $24 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid training Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Uniform allowance 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid orientation Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Record keeping Customer communication Teamwork Dental assisting HIPAA Medical scheduling Dental terminology Emotional support for patients Medical records Attention to detail Organizational skills Patient interaction Document management Managing patient records Time management Full Job Description Our office is expanding and we are looking for a professional, friendly Dental Assistant II to join our dental team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable interacting with patients and other team members in a caring and compassionate way and will have excellent time management skills. Our ideal candidate is able to multi-task efficiently and has a passion for dentistry. Prefer a candidate with previous dental assisting experience. Pay is based on experience.
Benefits:
Full-time:
M-Th 8AM-5 PM, Fridays 8AM-2PM Health insurance: BCBS Gold (Employer pays 70%)
FSA:
Employer match up to $1,000 Paid time off: 1 week per year, 2 weeks per year after 5 years employment 11 paid holidays: Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and 5 paid holidays for Christmas closure Bonuses (company performance, birthday, etc.)
Retirement Plan:
401(k) matching (4%)
Retirement Plan:
401(k) profit sharing contribution by employer (3-7%) Long-term disability (Employer paid) Short-term disability, life insurance, and other options available Dental service discounts for employee, immediate family and extended family Professional development reimbursement Annual scrub allowance Off every other Friday Working daily with a fun, dedicated, and supportive team where everyone contributes their fair share.
Responsibilities:
Assist dentist with patient care, office operations, and other duties as needed. Communicate clearly and concisely with other dental team members as well as patients. Perform chairside dental assisting procedures in a safe and effective manner, such as preparing patients for treatments, suctioning, x-ray imaging, and prepping materials. Assist patients in understanding dental treatment options. Manage appointments for dental procedures and update patient records. Maintain dental equipment. Proficiency with multiple software packages used by dental practice. Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies. Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards. Participate in morning huddle. Present in a clean, well-groomed professional manner.
Requirements:
Dental Assistant II per the NC Dental Board guidelines. Previous experience in a dental office is preferred. Willing to work in a patient-focused, fast paced environment. Ability to multi-task as well as to respond positively and quickly to changes in the schedule. Friendly, empathetic personality; looking for someone who helps put the patient at ease. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge of dental terminology and CDT coding. Experience with dental records management. Proficiency in Dentrix software applications is an asset. Current HIPAA and OSHA training (if not current year, we will provide the training) Committed to training and education, as Lewis Family Dentistry's commitment to professional training and technology is part of our work environment. If you are passionate about providing excellent patient care and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a fast-paced dental office environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to you applying and being able to connect soon!
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Profit sharing Retirement plan Uniform allowance Application Question(s): Are you a DAII per the NC Dental Board guidelines?