DENTAL ASSISTANT

Job DescriptionMy client is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join their practice. Preferably, you should have at least one year of dental assisting experience, but adequate schooling can be a substitute. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, and help the dentist during patient examinations among other dental procedures. Between patients, you will clean exam rooms and replenish supplies. When not working with patients, you will also assist with administrative tasks, including answering phones and organizing patient records as needed.Duties and Responsibilities:Gather patient information and health backgroundPrepare each work area for proceduresTake x-rays of patients' teeth when necessary and display results for the dentistAssist the dentist during examinations and dental proceduresPrepare materials for crowns or dental impressionsEducate patients on good oral hygiene habitsRestock treatment areas and monitor inventorySkills and Qualifications:Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)1+ years of dental assisting experienceX-ray certification a plusCurrent BLS and CPR certificationExcellent understanding of dental hygiene proceduresKnowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniquesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAttention to detailHigh level of patience, empathy, and compassion (required)For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Sascha Roman directly via call or text at (512)686-2817.You can email me at: sascha.roman@gogpac.comAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.