Dental Assistant - Progressive Dental - Oklahoma City, OK

Dental Assistant We are searching for an energetic person, full time for our solo practitioner dental practice in south Oklahoma City. We prefer at least 1 year previous experience with certification to take x-rays and coronal polishing. Some front office knowledge is a plus! Required experience: Previous dental assisting, or completion of an accredited dental assisting program Prefer 1 year or more experience Required license or certification: Dental assisting certificate with X-ray certification. Duties: BE A TEAM PLAYER WITH STRONG INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays and prepare materials. Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients. Take x-rays. Record treatment information in patient records. Chart existing and proposed treatment in Dentrix Ascend. Assist the Doctor(s) Take preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts. Pour and trim study casts and prepare whitening trays. Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions. Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs. Assist Dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies. Clean and polish removable appliances. Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health. Clean the treatment rooms. Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance. Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by Dentist. Dismiss patients with proper hand off to Front office. Assists front and back office team where needed. Communicates with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies). Intraoral scan and design crowns for same day milling Requirements: Knowledge of all dental assistant duties Skilled in friendly and polite customer service All required certifications for dental assisting Versed in Dentrix Ascend highly desired Skilled verbal communication Prior experience preferred Bilingual (Spanish) a plus Polishing, Nitrous and Sealant certifications a plus Team Leadership Front office knowledge a plus Please email us at progressivedentaloklahoma@gmail.comwith your resume and references. Visit our website and read our online reviews to learn who we are and what we're all about! website: https://www.progressivedentalokc.com/ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Required) Coronal Polish Certificate (Preferred) Registered Dental Assistant (Required) Work Location: In person

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