Dental Assistant

Hawaii Family Dental Careers; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly Wages

Medical, Drug, Vision + Dental

401K with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training and Development

Advancement opportunities

Teamwork and fun

Job summary

Hawaii Family Dental is a locally owned dental practice seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to join our multi-location team. You will work with dentists and hygienists to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate care, take high-quality xrays, and help maintain a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere for patients.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on patient interaction, and want growth opportunities within Hawaii’s dental network, this role offers competitive pay,

Qualifications

• 6-12 months chairside experience with a general dentist.
• Exceptional digital radiography skills.
• At least 2 years in a customer service position, ideally in the medical field.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience working on a computer.
• A sparkling personality in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to grow and help others grow.
• Desire to help patients live healthier lives.

Responsibilities

• Take high quality xrays to aid diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Sterilize and set up treatment rooms for procedures.
• Record vital statistics and treatment plans for patient records.
• Hand instruments and anticipate providers' needs to improve efficiency.
• Help patients stay comfortable and keep appointments on schedule.

Skills

Chairside experience

Radiography skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Patient-centered care

Computer skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Overview

As a Dental Assistant, you will work alongside dentists and hygienists to provide care in a safe, efficient, and compassionate manner. You are an extension of the providers, listening and looking for opportunities to serve your patients as if they were your family. Taking high quality xrays enables dentists to properly diagnose and treat conditions. Properly sterilizing and setting up rooms creates a safe environment for your patients and team members. Recording important notes such as vital statistics and treatment plans ensures that the team has a solid source to refer to when patients return. Handing instruments by anticipating the needs of your providers allows them to work efficiently which shortens appointment times, allowing patients to continue on with their day while maximizing their comfort.

Nice to Have

• 6-12 months of chairside experience working with a general dentist during dental procedures and exams
• Exceptional digital radiography skills
• At least 2 years in a customer service position, ideally in the medical field
• A sparkling personality that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to grow and help others grow, too
• Desire to help patients live healthier lives
• Experience working on a computer
• Strong verbal communication skills

What You’ll Love About Us

• Competitive Hourly Wages that grow WITH you
• Medical, Drug, Vision + Dental
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Formal and On-the-job Training and Development
• Opportunities for Advancement and Internal Transfers
• Teamwork, camaraderie, and FUN!

Who We are

Hawaii Family Dental is a locally owned and operated multi-specialty dental practice. With 300 employees across 12 locations and 4 islands, we provide comprehensive care to patients, treating everyone one like family. Our mission is to improve and health and well-being of everyone in Hawaii through direct patient care and education.

We believe in building a happy, harmonious work environment where you love what you do—and our culture supports that. You’ll have room for growth, the opportunity to advance in your career, and even the chance to explore new professional options throughout Hawaii.