Dental Assistant/Sterilization Technician - - Henderson, NV

We are looking for a motivated dental assistant to work with our amazing doctor. Patient experience is our priority. As a dental assistant, you’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. We are searching for someone that is willing to learn from the lead assistant. Someone that is highly organized with great attention to detail and able to function at a high level in a busy practice. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office policies and be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and ensuring procedures run as smoothly as possible. Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities Welcome patients and seat them for treatment Prepare patients for treatments, ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed for the procedure 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 operatories clean and well-stocked Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Dental Assistant Requirements Proven experience as a dental assistant Knowledge with Itero scanning Knowledge on packing cord Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Able to take full mouth x-rays knowledge on setting up for endo and implant Understanding of health & safety regulations The 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) Proficient in Spanish is a plus

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