Expanded Duties Dental Assistant — Sterilization & Patient Care

Mortenson Dental Partners; Clarksville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking a dental assistant to prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, deliver them to the treatment area, and assist the dentist with access and suction. The role also includes completing clinical notes before patient dismissal.

Ideal candidates have CPR/X-ray certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong dental knowledge, and excellent, compassionate communication with patients.

Qualifications

• CPR/X-ray certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology and equipment.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room for patients.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments, position for dentist, assist with suction and instrument passing.
• Complete clinical notes before dismissing patients.

Skills

CPR/X-ray certification

Communication skills

Compassionate patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking a dental assistant to prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, deliver them to the treatment area, and assist the dentist with access and suction. The role also includes completing clinical notes before patient dismissal.

Ideal candidates have CPR/X-ray certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong dental knowledge, and excellent, compassionate communication with patients.