Dental Assistant - Smart Dental - Malden, MA

We are looking for a licensed dental assistant. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations.
Responsibilities.

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.
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:

Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Free parking
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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