Chairside Dental Assistant - General Dentistry

Colonia Dental Associates, LLC

Chairside Dental Assistant - General Dentistry

Woodbridge Township, NJ
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join us at Colonia Dental Associates, LLC, where we believe in treating our patients like family, offering exceptional care, and fostering a supportive team environment. As a Chairside Dental Assistant in our general dentistry practice, you'll play a vital role in patient education and contribute to a smooth, efficient workflow. Together, we'll ensure each patient receives top-notch dental care and leaves with a smile. Our inclusive team culture values collaboration and shared goals, empowering you to grow in your career while making a meaningful impact. We offer comprehensive benefits, including up to three weeks of PTO, a 401(k) with match, medical and dental coverage, and monthly incentive bonuses. Let's make a difference in the dental care experience, one patient at a time. Responsibilities: • • Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency. • Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized workspace. • Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to promote long-term dental health. • Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays) with precision and care. • Manage patient records and documentation accurately, ensuring confidentiality and compliance. • Schedule appointments and manage patient flow to optimize the daily schedule. • Collaborate with the dental team to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients and staff alike. Qualifications: • • Experience in assisting dentists during various procedures, ensuring patient comfort and operational efficiency. • Ability to prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized workspace. • Proven track record of educating patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care. • Competence in taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) with precision and care. • Strong skills in managing patient records and documentation accurately, ensuring confidentiality and compliance. • Experience in scheduling appointments and managing patient flow to optimize the daily schedule. • Ability to collaborate effectively with the dental team to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients and staff alike. Compensation: $18 - $24 hourly

    • Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficiency. • Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment, maintaining a clean and organized workspace. • Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care to promote long-term dental health. • Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays) with precision and care. • Manage patient records and documentation accurately, ensuring confidentiality and compliance. • Schedule appointments and manage patient flow to optimize the daily schedule. • Collaborate with the dental team to create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients and staff alike.