Dental Assistant - Full-Time

Job description:

Orchard Family Dental is a modern general family practice looking to expand our team! We are currently looking for a full-time dental assistant that works well both in a team and individually, paying great attention to detail while being motivated to grow their skills. We value team members who contribute to creating a great office environment where patients feel comfortable and welcome.

A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred for this role. Compensation will be commensurate to relevant work experience.

Primary responsibilities:

- Prepare patients for dental procedures and make them comfortable.
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
- Set up trays for dental procedures.
- Assist the dentist during procedures (e.g., handing instruments, suctioning, etc.).
- Take and audit patient x-ray records to ensure office is compliant.
- Apply topical anesthetics or fluoride.
- Take impressions of patients' teeth for models or study casts.
- Provide post-operative instructions to patients as directed by the dentist.
- Monitor and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, etc.) if needed.
- Perform basic laboratory tasks, like pouring and trimming models.
- Track lab cases to ensure they are received on time.
- Support other team members when needed.

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in a dental office; experience in general dentistry preferred
- Certification from an accredited Dental Assisting program or equivalent required
- Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification preferred
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong team player with motivation to grow as an individual
- Bilingual in Spanish or Korean is preferred

If you believe you will be a great fit for our team, please submit your resume and any questions via this post or to admin@orchardfamilydental.com.is