Dental Assistant - Oxford Pediatric Dentistry - Oxford, MS

Are you looking for a positive work environment where you are valued? We are looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team! We are a new, fast growing, state of the art, children's dental practice and we are looking for a skilled clinical assistant to join our dental family. Do you want to work for a dentist that lets you focus on patient care and helps grow your career? Do you want to have a lasting impact on the children of our community? If you enjoy working with kids and have a passion for making your pateints feel comfortable, then you may be the assistant we are looking for! Our focus is to create an enjoyable and gratifying experience for children and cultivate confident, lifelong, dental patients as well as offer a happy work environment for our team. Position This is more than a job; this is an opportunity to give kids an amazing dental experience while growing your career with us. As a Dental Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a Dentist as their “right hand.” You will support him in any and all tasks related to serving patients which may include preparing equipment, readying patients for procedures as well as aiding the Dentist throughout the entirety of the procedure. If this sounds interesting, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Our Dental Assistants perform a variety of duties within the clinic based on the needs of the practice. Below are a few responsibilities that you may have: Cultivating a welcoming, fun, and kid-friendly environment for patients, preparing them for treatment, and obtaining their dental records. Polishing teeth to remove stains and soft deposits. Teaching appropriate oral hygiene strategies for maintaining oral health. Providing chair-side assistance while the dentist examines and treats patients. Preparing materials for impressions and restorations, taking dental x-rays, and processing x-rays as directed by the dentist. Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment, preparing trays of instruments for procedures, and educating patients on postoperative and general oral health care. Performing additional office duties as needed to include scheduling and receiving patients, ordering supplies, and records management. Additional duties may be required. Qualifications We’re searching for reliable, team-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, we are looking for the following skills, abilities, and experience: An upbeat and positive attitude is a MUST! Self-starter mentality with a relentless focus on best-in-class patient care Passion for making a difference in children’s lives Hardworking team player Must have Dental radiology permit granted by the Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners. Must have CPR certification or be willing to attend the class. Pay will be competitive based on experience. This position is for 3 days per week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8am to 5pm. We appreciate you not calling the office regarding your resume. We will be handling all communication through Indeed. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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