Dental Assistant (Payson, UT)

Professional Dental & Orthodontics; Payson (UT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unparalleled support to grow your career

A culture that celebrates success and diversity

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A dental practice in Utah is seeking experienced Dental Assistants to join their team. Candidates must have a certificate in dental assisting and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The role involves welcoming patients, preparing them for treatments, and assisting the dentist as needed. This position offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay ranging from $15 to $20 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant is required.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatments and checkups.
• Select and set up instruments needed.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of dental instruments

Excellent communication skills

Good computer skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Certificate in Dental Assisting

Certified Dental Assistant

Job description

Overview

Professional Dental now hiring Dental Assistants with +2 years of experience in Davis County, Utah County and Salt Lake County.

We at Professional Dental are looking for patient-focused dental assistants that have the desire and willingness to provide the best possible care to every patient. Being adaptable and a team player will be essential to your work at Professional Dental. If you enjoy variety at your job, Professional Dental is the perfect place for you as you will have the opportunity to work in more than one office.

You’ll be an important member of the clinical team dedicated to serving patients. You’ll be supporting many sides of the practice, greeting and guiding patients, and helping out across the office as needed. You’ll also be:

Schedule

• Full time or 32 - 40 hours /week

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office
• Prepare patients for treatments and checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist as needed
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records

Job Requirements

• Certificate in Dental Assisting from an accredited College
• Certified Dental Assistant, or a Registered Dental Assistant.
• +2 years experience as a Dental Assistant (required)
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• The ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable

What We’ll Offer You

• $15-$20/hr according to experience
• Unparalleled support to grow your career
• A culture that celebrates success and diversity
• Flexible schedule