Dental Assistant

Shchc; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant III to join their team. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to dentists in a community health center, assisting with examinations, treatments, and maintaining a sterile environment. Your responsibilities will also include performing administrative tasks and ensuring compliance with health regulations. This full-time position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you're passionate about dental health and eager to grow in your career, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, plus accredited dental assisting program.
• EDDA Certification is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures, and maintain sterile instruments.
• Perform routine administrative tasks and coordinate patient activities.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Completion of accredited program in dental assisting

EDDA Certification

Job description

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Job Summary:
The Dental Assistant III renders dental care to patients in a community health center setting. Tasks include assisting the dentist during examinations and treatment, cleanings, sterilizing, arranging instruments, and assisting dentist with x-rays. Works under supervision of the dentist and performs routine tasks according to standards, procedures and instructions. Also performs routine administrative and clerical tasks independently.

Job Type: Full-time

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Completes initial assessment of patient according to policy and procedure and documents appropriately.
• Follows plan of care for each patient, including referrals.
• Receives dentist orders, records and assures completion.
• Assists dentist with exams and procedures and in use of highly specialized dental equipment.
• Mixes and prepares solutions and materials for fillings, washes and sterilizes instruments and clean work area following treatment.
• Charts information dictated by the dentist on the chart.
• Performs routine dental laboratory work.
• Orders dental and office supplies.
• Coordinates and prioritizes patient activities and maintains relationships with referral facilities.
• Assists in keeping dental department productive and in compliance with all rules and regulations.

Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of accredited program in dental assisting
• EDDA Certification preferred

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care