Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Akron, OH
The position is Monday 8am-5pm, Tuesday 7:30am-4:30pm, Wednesday OFF, Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 7am-1pm. You would average 30 hours per week. We are a busy, yet fun office looking for someone to join our team! Responsibilities: - Assist the dentist during dental procedures - Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment - Take and develop dental x-rays - Update and maintain patient medical records - Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures - Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care - Perform basic laboratory tasks, such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Completion of an accredited dental assistant program - X-ray certification - Knowledge of medical documentation and coding - Proficiency in using dental software (e.g., CAD, Epic) - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well in a team environment - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Required) Work Location: In person
