Dental Assistant
Aesthetic & Family Dentistry·Washington, District of Columbia
Aesthetic & Family Dentistry·Washington, District of Columbia
The Dental Assistant provides patient care, prepares treatment rooms, and assists dentists during clinical procedures. They also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling follow-up appointments and managing clinical supplies.
We are currently looking for an exceptional, experienced, and qualified Dental Assistant to join our team.
The Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties, such as preparing the treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during procedures.
He or she makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepares them for treatment, obtains their dental records, and instructs patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
The Dental Assistant may prepare materials for impressions and restorations, patient charting, and take dental x-rays as directed by a dentist.
In addition, he or she helps with office duties that support the clinical mission, including ordering of clinical supplies, scheduling follow up appointments for treatment, and keeping clinical supplies organized.
COMPENSATION $22 - $30 / hour Certified as a Dental Assistant Two years of experience preferred Highly professional and dependable Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, staff, vendors, and others Strong computer and internet skills Experience with dental practice management software a plus Health Insurance Paid Vacation Sick Time 401(k) Performance Bonus Uniforms Provided
Candidates must be certified as a Dental Assistant with a professional demeanor and strong communication skills. Two years of experience and proficiency with dental practice management software are preferred.
Market context
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