Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners•Hampstead, NC

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Pierpan Family Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team. This role involves preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring equipment is ready for dentists. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms, understand various dental procedures, and be able to assist dentists during procedures. Responsibilities also include taking and processing X-rays, performing lab tasks, greeting and scheduling patients, advising on oral hygiene, maintaining patient records, and handling administrative duties.

Requirements

Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required.
Radiographic certification required.
18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients.

Nice To Haves

Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.
Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients
A positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients.

Responsibilities

Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
Taking and processing X-rays of patients
Perform lab tasks as instructed
Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice