Dental Assistant

We are a small privately owned dental office located off Woodman and I-25 with a schedule of Monday 9-5 Tuesday 8-5 Wednesday 8-5 and Thursday 7-4.

We are looking for a Dental Assistant to create a pleasant experience for our patients

Responsibilities:

Welcome patients into the dental office.

Preparing, stocking, and cleaning treatment rooms

Prepare equipment for sterilization in an appropriate manner.

Sterilize instruments according to regulations.

Ordering supplies

Basic dental hygiene tasks: polishing and flossing.

Taking x-rays

Keeping up to date information about patients

Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.

Answer questions and give information about services and treatment options.

Taking/Pouring impressions

Packing cord and make temporary crowns

Schedule appointments

Communicating treatment plans to patients

Cross trained with front desk tasks

Taking initiative to stay busy and assist wherever necessary

1 year of work experience is desired. You should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want a candidate that has strong patient skills and the ability to work effectively with limited supervision.