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ID
#52199886 -
Salary
TBD -
Source
District of Columbia -
Date
2024-07-30 -
Deadline
2024-09-28
Dental Assistant Fairfax
District of Columbia, Washington 00000 Washington USAWe are looking for a competent dental assistant 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
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
Skills
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 (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35-40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Dental Assisting: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person