Dental Assistant - Lux Dental PLLC - Flint, MI

Well established, private, general dental practice located on the "Medical Mile" of Flint Twp. We are looking for a lead Dental Assistant to join our team. Current hours are Monday-Thursday. Fridays to be added in the near future. One Saturday a month rotated with other assistants. We strive to provide a fun, relaxed and positive work environment for all of our employees. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year experience in chairside assisting, sterilization, and other dental procedures. The successful candidate will also be able to assist the dentist with patient education, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and ensure that all patient records are up to date. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and has excellent communication skills. Responsibilities: Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene. Maintain patient records and charts. Take dental x-rays. Provide chair-side assistance to the dentist. Schedule appointments and manage patient flow. Perform administrative tasks such as filing, answering phones, and ordering supplies. Duties: - Assist the dentist during dental procedures- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments- Take dental x-rays- Intra Oral Scans- Provide patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care- Perform patient assessments and record medical histories- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records using electronic medical record systems (such a Open Dental)- Assist with dental lab work, including pouring and trimming models, fabricating temporary crowns, and taking impressions- Perform basic dental laboratory procedures, such as pouring models and trimming custom trays- Assist with front office tasks, such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and billing. Compensation is based on experience. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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