Dental Assistant needed in our dental office

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Able Dental is seeking  2 Dental Assistants for an opportunity to join our now open on Staurday team.

Eaglesoft

Saturday 9am-2pm

Patient Care:

[  ] Greet patients and make them comfortable in the treatment area.

[  ] Assist patients with any questions or concerns before dental procedures.

[  ] Provide empathy and reassurance to anxious patients.

Sterilization and Infection Control:

[  ] Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment for procedures.

[  ] Maintain strict infection control protocols for patient safety.

[  ] Dispose of hazardous waste and maintain a clean treatment environment.

Assisting the Dentist:

[  ] Prepare dental materials and instruments needed for procedures.

[  ] Hand instruments to the dentist during procedures and assist with chairside tasks.

[  ] Keep the patient’s mouth dry and clear during procedures.

Taking X-Rays:

[  ] Position and prepare patients for dental X-rays.

[  ] Process and develop X-ray films accurately.

[  ] Ensure patient and operator safety during X-ray procedures.

Taking Impressions:

[  ] Assist in taking dental impressions for various purposes.

[  ] Pour and trim models from impressions accurately.

Record Keeping:

[  ] Maintain accurate patient records, treatment notes, and X-ray images.

[  ] Update patient charts and input data into the practice management system.

[  ] Schedule follow-up appointments as instructed by the dentist.

Equipment Maintenance:

[  ] Clean and maintain dental equipment and instruments.

[  ] Arrange for equipment repairs and replacements as needed.

[  ] Monitor inventory of dental supplies and request restocking.

Educating Patients:

[  ] Provide patients with oral hygiene instructions and post-treatment care.

[  ] Explain dental procedures and treatment plans to patients.