Dental Assistant Pediatric clinic (La Vista)

Weeder Pediatric Dentistry, PC Dental Assistant Job Description The duties of a dental assistant are among the most comprehensive and varied in the dental office. The dental assistant performs many tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. Although state regulations vary, responsibilities may include: • Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures • Taking dental radiographs • Asking about the patient’s medical history • Serving as an infection control officer, developing infection control protocol and preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment • Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment • Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental procedures such as the placement of a restoration • Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling • Taking impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts • Helping provide direct patient care in all dental specialties including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgery **MUST HAVE Coronal Polish and X-ray certificates**** No nights or weekends Uniforms provided & laundered Office Celebrations Continued Education Paid Holidays 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Monday 7:30am-5:00pm Tuesday 7:30am-5:00pm Wednesday 7:30am-5:00pm Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm Friday 7:30am-2:00pm