Dental Assistant - Sir Francis Drake Dental - Kentfield, CA

We are looking for a competent dental assistant Monday through Wednesday, 8:30am-4:00pm who will make our office more efficient and pleasant for patients. 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. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. RDA or DA, preferably with experience, X-ray certification preferred. Responsibilities Welcome patients to the dental office Prepare patients 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 able to support the hygiene team with ordering and sterilization keep track of dental supply inventory and ordering supplies Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations 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 Type: Part-time Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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