Dental Assistant ll

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• Charlotte Freedom Drive - Charlotte, NC 28208Dental Assistant II About Smile Starters Smile Starters is a general dental practice serving children and young adults ages 1 through 20. We are dedicated to educating our patients on best practices for optimal oral health between visits. Working with the youngest members of our community allows us to achieve long-term results, which is highly rewarding for our team of Hygienists, Assistants, and Dentists. Many of our former patients now bring their own children to us — a testament to the quality care we provide. This position allows you to work in a collaborative team setting alongside like-minded dental professionals in a positive and supportive environment. We are recruiting for a part time Assistant for our North Charlotte OR Dental Center on Wednesdays and Steel Creek area OR Dental Center on Thursdays each week. Hours are 6am-3pm.
• Responsibilities include:
• Prior to patient’s arrival:
• Set Up:Set up back table and front table Log in to computer systems Save x-rays (Pictures,
• Downloads, or
• Desktop)
• Back
• Table
• Prep
• Adjust and set up: Dental chair Light Chairs Table Rheostat Chairside Prep Glove and gown up prior to doctor entering Suction throat Place throat pack Coronal polish Between Cases Delete x-rays from computer Pull up x-rays for next OR case Immediately After TP Out Call out on the overhead Record TP Out time on dry erase board Record TP Out and Time Out in charts Pull up next patient’s chart Begin cleaning and breaking down room During Downtime Restock cart Gather supplies for next procedure Put away sterilized instruments Take cart inventory Reminder Try to always be proactive instead of reactive when possible. Skills & Attributes Proven experience as a dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health and safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plus Strong computer skills for scheduling and record-keeping Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable Thrives in a busy, active work environment Additional certifications or training are an asset Bilingual abilities a plus Requirements CPR Certification Coronal Polishing Certification Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification a plus Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program Benefits Competitive salary with performance incentives Retirement plan options Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment Opportunity for career growth within a well-established pediatric-focused practice QualificationsSkills & Attributes Proven experience as a dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health and safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks (e.g., coronal polishing) is a plus Strong computer skills for scheduling and record-keeping Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable Thrives in a busy, active work environment Additional certifications or training are an asset Bilingual abilities a plus Requirements CPR Certification Coronal Polishing Certification Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Certification a plus Graduate of an accredited dental assistant program