Dental Assistant

Audrey M Taylor, DDS, PA

Dental Assistant

Topeka, KS
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Retirement plan with matching

    Life Insurance

    Aflac

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Now hiring full time experienced DENTAL ASSISTANT. We are looking for the right person to join our team. Are you dependable, organized, motivated and a team player? Do you have experience? Do you enjoy learning new things? We offer many benefits, and pay is based on experience. If this sounds like you do not hesitate to apply now!

    Job Summary We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make our office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

    Responsibilities

    Welcome patients in the dental office

    Prepare patients for treatment 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

    Make temporary crowns.

    Maintain accurate patient records.

    Skills

    Proven experience as dental assistant

    Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

    Understanding of health & safety regulations

    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 or equivalent experience