Dental Assistant - Entry-Level, On-the-Job Training

Familia Dental & Vivid Smiles; Idalou (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Access to Financial Advisors

Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term & Long-Term Dis­b

On demand Pay

Job summary

Familia Dental in Lubbock is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. We provide on-the-job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

You will assist the dentist, manage patient flow, take histories and vital signs, and support the clinical team in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Ideal candidates have outstanding customer service, strong communication, basic computer skills (Denticon preferred), and the ability to handle multiple tasks with attention

Qualifications

• Exceptional customer/patient service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and experience with dental management software (Denticon preferred).
• Ability to work in fast paced, patient-focused environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Meet state requirements for DA duties, continuing education, or license; BLS/CPR certificate and radiography certificate.
• Dental assisting experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and escort patient in a professional and friendly manner from reception area to and from the treatment areas.
• Ensure treatment rooms are equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
• Take and record patient’s medical and dental histories and vital signs, blood pressure & pulse.
• Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit per Dentist’s instructions and legal requirements.
• Take and develop dental diagnostic x-rays.
• Pour and base diagnostic models and fabricate temporary restorations – as allowed by state law.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials and assist Dentist during dental procedures.
• Effectively provide dental education and information to patients to ensure patient awareness of dental health, and oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Notify Office Manager of equipment trouble or general safety concerns
• Attend and participate in morning huddles, chart reviews and regular office meetings.
• Recognize and be sensitives to patients’ emotions
• Understand and follow company policy and procedures
• Understand and follow state and federal laws related to a dental office
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Multitasking

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

Denticon

Job description

Familia Dental in Lubbock is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. We provide on-the-job training, so certification is not required to be hired as a DA.

You will assist the dentist, manage patient flow, take histories and vital signs, and support the clinical team in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Ideal candidates have outstanding customer service, strong communication, basic computer skills (Denticon preferred), and the ability to handle multiple tasks with attention