Ceritified Dental Chairside Assistant

Duties: Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatment 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 Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills: Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health and safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma, graduating from Dental Assistant Program is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) This position would be hybrid position where the employee would split their work responsibilities between clinical patient care and front desks, as needed. This position would also require excellent phone and communication skills and proficiency in multi-tasking many skills including scheduling appointments, confirming insurance benefits, treatment planning, collections, and problem solving. Position requires confidence working in a fast-paced- dentist practice.