JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Practice Manager

Job Overview

Our practice is committed to our patient?s dental health!

SFDP is searching for someone to join our office team! We are an energetic dental office with a passion for excellent customer service and patient care. We are looking for someone with outstanding DA skills who is proactive, organized, and brings a friendly and positive attitude to our team. If you are looking for a team-oriented environment, please send us your resume.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome patients to the dental office

• Prepare patients 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

• Schedule appointments

• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

  
  

Requirements (Education, Certifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent

• Current Dental Assistant certification if required by state of employment

• Working knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology

• Current radiography certification if required by state of employment

• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR- BLS)

• Understanding of health & safety regulations

• Strong teamwork and people skills

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

  
  

Preferred

• 1+ years of experience in a dental setting

• Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferred if required by state, or ability to become certified

• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer-centric environment

• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g., EFDA)

  
  

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vison, Life insurance, short term Disability

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• 401K with Company Match

• Strong culture of patient care and experience