Dental Assistant

ANKENY SMILES LLC; Iona (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Franklin Plaza Family Dentistry is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to join our team. You will assist the dentist during exams, handle patient check-ins, and perform administrative tasks including scheduling.

The ideal candidate has an associate’s degree and prior experience as a Dental Assistant. If you are friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a CODA-accredited program or on-the-job training with licensing
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
• Prepare sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Data entry

Education

Associate’s Degree or on-the-job training (Dental Assistant)

Tools

Dental practice software (EHR)

Job description

Full Time Franklin Plaza Family Dentistry

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has an associate's degree from a certified school and previous experience as a Dental Assistant. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
• Prepare sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation or on the job training with Iowa Dental Board licensing
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care