Dental Assistant in Sugar House Area

Dental Assistant in Sugar House Area Todd S Suekawa DDS Sugar House, UT Job Details Full-time From $22 an hour 6 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Interpersonal skills Computer literacy Dentrix Stocking Full Job Description

• Join Our Team as a Dental Assistant
• Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey or continue your path as a dental assistant?

Dr. Todd Suekawa's dental practice, a longstanding fixture in the Sugar House area near 2100 S. and 900 E., has been proudly serving our community for over 26 years. Many of our patients have been with us for two decades, and as Sugar House continues to grow, we're thrilled to welcome new faces through our doors. We're currently on the lookout for a full-time dental assistant who is passionate about making a difference in patients' lives. If you have at least one year of experience, we'd love to have you join our team! However, if you're new to the field but have a strong desire to learn and build a long-term career as a dental assistant, we're open to training the right individual.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist patients throughout their visit, ensuring a seamless experience.
• Proficiently take digital x-rays, including full-mouth x-rays, bitewings, and PA's, paying special attention to accuracy.
• Provide patients with pre-procedure instructions and address their questions and concerns with compassion.
• Maintain thorough and clear patient dental charts.
• Efficiently prepare and clean operatories, ensuring timely turnover.
• Sterilize treatment instruments and run sterilization machines throughout the day.
• Set up trays and operatories for patient procedures.
• Keep operatories and bathrooms fully stocked and organized.
• Perform deep cleans when necessary or manage inventory and order dental supplies.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with dental software, such as Dentrix, are a plus.
• Learn to take dental impressions for dentures, crowns, nightguards, and bleach trays, including related lab work.
• Handle post-op calls when procedures meet major surgery standards.
• Collaborate with our close-knit team, stepping in where needed to support one another.

• Qualifications:

• We're seeking dedicated individuals who are reliable, responsible, and have strong communication skills. As a small practice, teamwork is crucial, and we're looking for a great team player who can uphold Dr. Suekawa's reputation, built over two decades.

• Work Schedule:

• Arrive at work by 7:30 AM to set up operatories before opening.
• Lunch break from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

• Compensation:

• Starting pay begins at $22.00 per hour, with variations depending on experience.

• Application:

• If this opportunity aligns with your career goals and values, we'd love to hear from you!

Please be aware that we are specifically looking for serious inquiries only. If you meet the qualifications or are enthusiastic about learning, please send your resume to via Indeed or email. We understand the importance of your time, and our schedule is often packed. We kindly ask that you only apply if you genuinely meet the qualifications or are committed to learning and growing as a dental assistant. After reviewing your resume, we'll reach out to arrange an interview. We're excited to welcome a new member to our team and continue our legacy of providing exceptional dental care. Thank you for considering us as your career destination!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person