PT-X-Ray Licensed Dental Assistant

GD NJ LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with matching

Health, dental and vision coverage

Flexible schedules

Job summary

GD NJ LLC is seeking a Dental Assistant to join Smith Family Dentistry in the United States. You will prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, assist during procedures, take and process X-rays, and manage patient records with attention to accuracy and care.

X-ray licensing is required; CDA/RDA licensure is not necessary. The hourly rate is $20.00–$28.00, with paid vacation and holidays, a 401k with matching contributions, and health, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Assist dentists during procedures and hand instruments.
• Take and process X-rays of patients.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payments.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Job description

Location: Smith Family Dentistry Salary: $20.00-$28.00 per hour Working days available: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday

X-ray Licensed Required-Do not have to have CDA/RDA license

Job Responsibilities

Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs Taking and processing X-rays of patients Perform lab tasks as instructed Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Qualifications

1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate $20.00-$28.00
• Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
• 401k Program: with matching contributions
• Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more) Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Schedules #sponsorda
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Candidate Demographic Form

Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

Thank you for considering a career with us! We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency