Dental Assistant
Job Description
Job Description
Dental Assistant Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, and help the dentist during patient examinations and 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.
Dental Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
- Gather patient information and health background
- Prepare the work area for procedures
- Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
- Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
- Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
- Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
- Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory
Dental Assistant Requirements and Qualifications
- Dental assistant certificate from an accredited vocational school (preferred)
- Dental assisting experience preferred but not required
- X-ray certification a plus
- Current BLS and CPR certification
- Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
- Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Bilingual a plus
- Certified is a plus
Company DescriptionWe offer the latest advances in dental medicine, including , laser, 3D CAT Scan imaging, and CEREC. We are a comprehensive care family practice with a satellite office in East Quogue.
Company Description
We offer the latest advances in dental medicine, including , laser, 3D CAT Scan imaging, and CEREC. We are a comprehensive care family practice with a satellite office in East Quogue.