Dental Assistant

Southwest Dental & Dentures; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwest Dental & Dentures in Henderson, NV is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists with high-quality patient care. This on-site role focuses on preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient comfort, while maintaining infection control standards.

Hours are 30-32 per week, Monday-Thursday, 8:30-4:30. You will take and process X-rays, manage patient records and appointments, and provide clear post-procedure instructions.

Qualifications

• Prepare for dental procedures and patient care.
• Excellent infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize dental treatment rooms for patient procedures
• Assist dentists during clinical procedures by handing instruments and materials
• Ensure patient comfort and explain procedures to reduce anxiety
• Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols for instruments and equipment
• Take and process dental X-rays as needed
• Record patient medical histories and treatment information accurately
• Manage appointment scheduling and patient records
• Provide post-procedure instructions to patients as directed by dentists

Job description

Job Description

The Dental Assistant supports dentists in providing high-quality oral care to patients by preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient comfort. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient workflow and adherence to infection control standards in the dental office. Hours are 30-32 hours per week. Monday -Thursday (No Fridays !) 8:30-4:30pm .

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize dental treatment rooms for patient procedures
• Assist dentists during clinical procedures by handing instruments and materials
• Ensure patient comfort and explain procedures to reduce anxiety
• Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols for instruments and equipment
• Take and process dental X-rays as needed
• Record patient medical histories and treatment information accurately
• Manage appointment scheduling and patient records
• Provide post-procedure instructions to patients as directed by dentists

Company Description

Small office with family like environment

Small office with family like environment