- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- San Pedro, CA
Compensation
18-21/hourWork Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, and ThuExperience Required
at least 1 yearCertifications Needed
Radiograph CertifiedSoftware Experience
OtherJob Description
Our family-oriented Orthodontic office is seeking an exceptional Dental Assistant for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.
Who We Are
We are a friendly, family-oriented Orthodontic office in San Pedro.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for a cheerful, friendly orthodontic dental assistant who is eager to learn. They must be a team player and enjoy children...patient and kind.
Responsibilities
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Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments 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
Skills
- Proven experience as an orthodontic dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Works well with staff - team player!
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred