Dental Assistant

Description:

Posh Pearl Family Dental Studio is seeking a reliable and skilled Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our growing team. This role will primarily focus on chairside assisting and supporting back office operations. However, the ideal candidate should also be able to assist the office manager in front office tasks as needed, such as answering phones and scheduling patients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is versatile and eager to grow with a thriving practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during various procedures
• Prepare treatment areas and patients for dental procedures
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Assist in taking x-rays and managing patient records
• Assist the office manager with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and verifying patient information as needed
• Help maintain a clean and organized back office, ensuring all supplies are stocked and equipment is ready for use
• Support team members with additional administrative tasks when needed

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a dental assistant required
• RDA (Registered Dental Assistant) certification is a plus
• Strong knowledge of back office dental procedures
• Ability to assist in front office duties such as phone answering, scheduling, and patient coordination
• Strong communication skills and ability to multitask
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn
• Bilingual is a plus