Dental Assistant 30/hr

Dental Assistants- Pediatrics
30 Warren Street Brighton Massachusetts 02135
Comp: $26-$30/hour (DOE)
Temp to Perm
Schedule: Mon-Tues-Thurs-Friday 9-5; Wednesday 6:30-2:30

Job Description:

• The Dental Assistant will perform a variety of patient care and attention, office administration and laboratory obligations.
• From the pre-treatment to the post-treatment stage, the Dental Assistant works chair-side making patients feel as comfortable as possible, prepare them for treatment, obtain their dental records and instruct patients on post-operative and general oral health care.
• Qualified candidates will also exhibit the following character attributes that mirror company culture: Positive energy, accountability, professionalism and the ability to communicate efficiently with fellow team members and dynamic patient base.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives the patients in a welcoming and positive demeanor
• Assists the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment using aseptic technique
• Maintains an organized work field during treatment procedures
• Takes digital dental radiographs including intraoral phosphor plates, sensors and panoramic
• Records appropriately for the patient record
• Prepares and sterilizes instruments and equipment according to Infection Control policies and procedures
• Proper set up and breakdown of dental operatories
• Manages distribution of controlled substances such as local anesthetics
• Monitors use of medical gases during nitrous oxide and sedation cases (Under Immediate Supervision of Dentist)
• Demonstrates proper use of personal protective equipment and hand hygiene
• Provides safe and efficient environment for the patients
• Accepts work responsibilities without reservation and follows through to completion with infrequent reminders
• Performs assignments accurately, conscientiously and with high standards of quality
• Uses available technology appropriately
• Demonstrative appropriate behavior management techniques with patient