Dental Assistant

Waikiki Health•Honolulu, HI

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant. The Dental Assistant supports the dentist by preparing patients for treatment, providing direct chairside assistance during clinical procedures, and ensuring all instruments and treatment rooms are sterile and ready for use.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent level of reading and writing literacy.
Must have completed a dental assisting program, recognized training course, or equivalent in-office training.
Strong understanding of standard office dental practices, techniques, and sterilization procedures is required.
Basic computer proficiency is necessary to access and update electronic dental records
Must hold a current CPR/BLS certification for Healthcare Professionals from the AHA or American Red Cross.
Proof of immunization: TB skin test or chest x-ray, Hep B (optional).

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist directly during clinical procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
Prepare patients for treatment, review health histories, take vital signs, and maintain a steady patient flow.
Set up and break down operatories while maintaining a sterile environment according to infection control procedures.
Take and develop dental radiographs as prescribed by the dentist.
Review and discuss treatment consent forms with patients, provide detailed oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions, and perform lab duties including taking impressions, pouring models, and fabricating custom trays.
Other duties as assigned