Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Little Pearls Kids Dentistry Bothell, WA Job Details Full-time $20 - $35 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Patient comfort Record keeping Computer operation Customer communication Dental care patient counseling Tooth polishing Computer literacy Greeting customers Mid-level Patient service Medical scheduling Administrative experience Dental sterilization procedures Medical administrative support Attention to detail Four handed dentistry Stocking Computer skills Patient charting Clean workspace maintenance Managing patient records Communication skills Post-operative care Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced dental assistant who can help make our offices more efficient and pleasant for patients. We are a dual specialty office - kids dentistry and orthodontics. 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. 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 Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off Medical ins

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person