Dental Assistant - Lakeside Smiles Columbia - Columbia, MD

Lakeside Smiles Columbia , a growing general dentistry practice located in Columbia MD, needs an enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team. We serve all demographics of the population, from preschoolers to the elderly, and we operate a busy office. The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. Our office hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Fridays 9am-1pm, and 1 Saturday morning per month, 8am-12pm. Job Type: Full-time Responsibilities: · Disinfect and set up treatment rooms per strict infection control guidelines. · Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, seating and draping them. · Instrument sterilization · Chairside assisting, to include excellent impression taking as needed. · Exposing intraoral and panoramic x-rays (must be x-ray certified) · Taking intraoral photos and intraoral 3D scans · Fabrication of temporary crowns, pouring of models, fabrication of bleaching trays, and other lab-related assignments. · Excellent patient communication and education, to include answering patient questions, discussing treatments recommended by the doctor, oral hygiene instructions, and post-operative instructions. · Clinical charting. · Maintain dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Qualifications and skills · Successful completion of a dental assistant licensing program as per state guidelines · 1+ years’ experience as a Dental Assistant · X-Ray certified · Comprehensive understanding of dental instruments · Exceptional customer service skills · Knowledge of Open Dental and other dental office automation software a plus. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Referral program Application Question(s): What are your compensation requirements ($ per hour)? License/Certification: radiology license (Required) Ability to Commute: Columbia, MD (Required) Work Location: In person

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