Dental Assistant

    Posted 1 day ago
    montclair, new jersey, united states · Onsite

    About the job

    AI Summary

    Join our dynamic dental office as a full-time dental assistant, where you will assist with dental treatments, take patient histories, and ensure a smooth patient flow. You will also support the front office, greet patients, and maintain organized treatment areas. Ideal candidates are warm, professional, and possess strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and anticipate needs. Experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.

    Dental Assistant

    We are a busy and growing Dental Office with an immediate opening for a full-time dental assistant. We offer a friendly caring work atmosphere, achievable bonuses, and competitive pay and benefits. Experience is preferred, however, we are willing to train the right person. We are an EOE.

    Job Description:

    • Assist with dental treatments as instructed, including taking x-rays.
    • Take and record dental histories and patient records.
    • Prepare instruments; clean treatment areas; sterilize equipment.
    • Provide front office support, including greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling, and maintaining files, as needed.
    • Responsible for patient flow, keeping treatment rooms neat and organized.
    • Instruct patients in oral hygiene.

    Ideal Candidate:

    • Ability to project a positive, warm, and professional image in person and on the phone.
    • Strong organizational and administrative skills - you see what needs to be done and do it.
    • Must be articulate and service-oriented.
    • Ability to multi-task, take initiative, and anticipate the needs of others.
    • Reliable and prompt; available for at least 35 hours per week.
    • Works well in a team, with humor, enthusiasm, and joyful consideration of others.

    Compensation:

    • Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
    • Expected hours: 35.5 per week