Dental Assistant - Redlands Family Dental Center - Redlands, CA

Dental Assistant Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. Candidates must have at least 2 years of dental assisting experience or graduates of a dental assisting program.
You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, and help the Dentist/Hygienist during patient examinations and other dental procedures. Between patients, you will clean exam rooms and replenish supplies. When not working with patients, you will also assist with administrative tasks, including answering phones and organizing patient records as needed.
Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

Gather patient information and health background
Prepare the work area for procedures
Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory

Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school or 2+ years of dental assisting experience
X-ray certification
Current BLS and CPR certification
Excellent understanding of dental restorative and hygiene procedures
Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
Excellent verbal communication skills
Attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:

Extended hours
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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