We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient, pleasant for patients and periodically assist hygienist. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office written protocols. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients in the dental office
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Maintain the operatory
- Schedule appointments
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- 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
- Radiology certification is an asset
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
- Additional certification or training is a plus
