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Specialty Dental Brands-MO - O'Fallon, MO

posted 2 months ago

Full-time
O'Fallon, MO

About the position

The Dental Assistant at St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry plays a crucial role in providing support to dentists and ensuring a positive experience for patients. This position involves preparing patients for dental procedures, assisting with various tasks during treatments, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for managing dental equipment and supplies, as well as educating patients on oral health care.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing patients for dental work.
  • Helping with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments.
  • Setting up instrument trays and preparing materials for procedures.
  • Assisting dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies.
  • Providing great patient care and recording treatment information in patient records.
  • Exposing dental x-rays and caring for dental x-ray equipment.
  • Giving patients information on dental hygiene and oral health care.
  • Collecting and recording medical and dental histories and patient vital signs.
  • Providing postoperative instructions as directed by the dentist.
  • Caring for dental equipment and maintaining inventory of dental supplies.
  • Fabricating temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of dental assisting experience is preferred.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and possess a positive attitude.
  • Great understanding of dental terminology.
  • Excellent communication and written skills.
  • Excellent public relations skills.
  • Ability to work well with patients and team members.
  • Experienced in delivering high-level customer service.
  • Committed to the position, arriving on time daily and staying late as needed.
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