Dental Assistant
BAM Dental Group•New Orleans, LA
•$14 - $19•Onsite
About The Position
Exceptional Dental of Uptown is looking for an "exceptional" Dental Assistant to join the team! We are a small office in the heart of Uptown with state of the art facilities and full benefit offerings.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Prior dental office experience preferred
Nice To Haves
- EDDA Certification preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Actively provide instruments and materials to dentist during exams and procedures in order to help maintain patient comfort and dentist's efficiency
- Assist with dental and medical emergencies according to OSHA and office procedures
- Assist chair side during administration of nitrous oxide
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs
- Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts
- Clean and polish removable appliances
- Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients
- Record treatment information in patient records
- Expose dental diagnostic x-rays
- Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner
- Must maintain regular, consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with assigned schedule and time off policies
- Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments
- Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings
- Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically
Benefits
- Competitive pay with monthly bonus potential
- Group health, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off + holidays
- Employee discounts on dental services
- Professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
