We are looking for a dental assistant with at least 3 years experience who will be joining our team of talented assistants. They are group that works and supports each other. Our office is family owned 40 year old practice that has grown to be one of the largest and most modern in Toledo. We are still treating patients, their children and grandchildren. Many of our employees have been with us for over 30 years. This is a position where you will be expected to improve your dental skills and learn new ones. You will be tasked with providing high quality care and high levels of service to our patients. Our pay and benefits are some the best in town and this an office that we are proud of. You will need to be prepared for change as we believe in constant learning and improvement.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- 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 and assist with payment procedures
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant including Invisalign
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- 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
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Benefit Conditions:
- Only full-time employees eligible
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- One Sat per month
Work Remotely
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.50 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person