Dental / Oral Surgery Assistant

Dental / Oral Surgery Assistant Overstreet White and Dunegan, LTD Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Customer communication Computer literacy Medical scheduling Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Medical administrative support Dental office experience Full Job Description Dr's Overstreet White and Dunegan, Ltd is looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the our office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You'll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist's shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. A periodontist assistant is a specialist who assists during oral treatment, specifically tissues, gums and bones of the mouth. They provide help during all procedures including administrative and surgical tasks as well as some clinical functions. Available position is at our Richmond location. Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Prepare patients 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 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 High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Must have at least one year of clinical practice as a dental assistant

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Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person