Dental Assistant

Location:

Dr Serafim Kleitches DDS

Our Dental Assistants deliver Best-in-Class care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate is an experienced dental professional who demonstrates a high level of empathy, patience, strong clinical skills, and a genuine passion for helping others. We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant with at least 5 years of dental assisting experience, including hands-on experience with surgical procedures, endodontics, and dental implants.

The Dental Assistant will work closely with our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures, anticipating clinical needs while ensuring patients receive exceptional care in a comfortable and professional environment.

Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure all necessary equipment is ready for procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental anatomy, terminology, and clinical procedures.
• Assist dentists with crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals, and implant procedures.
• Provide chairside assistance during surgical, endodontic, and implant procedures.
• Anticipate the dentist's needs and efficiently prepare and deliver instruments during procedures.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Perform laboratory tasks as instructed.
• Educate patients on recommended oral hygiene and post-operative care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures when needed.
• Greet patients and assist with scheduling appointments as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on Dental Assisting experience required.
• Strong clinical background in surgical, endodontic, and implant procedures.
• Knowledge of general dentistry, dental terminology, and treatment procedures.
• Excellent chairside assisting and patient care skills.
• Outstanding professionalism, integrity, and a self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to anticipate the dentist's needs and work effectively in a fast-paced dental environment.
• A positive attitude, team-oriented mindset, and passion for providing exceptional patient care.

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday–Thursday
• Pay: $26–$29 per hour, depending on experience.
• Guaranteed hourly rate.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• 401(k) program with matching contributions.
• Benefits offered to team members working 30 hours or more:Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.Life insurance.Disability insurance.
• Flexible scheduling options.

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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