Dental Assistant - RURAL CORPORATION OF NEPA - Freeland, PA

Freeland Health Center, Freeland, PA Monday to Friday - 40 hours a week = Full time benefits Monday to Thursday, 32 hours a week = Full time Benefits Part time available 8 to 24 hours per week - No Benefits We are looking for one dental assistants who will make the dentist’s 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. Responsibilities Must be X-ray Certified Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers 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 Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Must have X-ray Certification Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus 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 Expected hours: 24.0 – 40.0 per week Benefits: 403(b) AD&D insurance Bereavement leave Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Malpractice insurance Paid jury duty Paid sick time Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Retirement plan Safety equipment provided Vision insurance Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Required) License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Required) Work Location: In person

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