Part-time Dental Assistant

Benevis•Tupelo, MS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunnybrook Dental and Braces is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to join their growing team. This role is integral to the care team, providing support to the office and assisting dental staff with treatment. The company's mission is to provide quality, affordable dental care in a fun, compassionate environment, with a focus on creating happy, healthy smiles. The Dental Assistant will support this mission by providing excellent dental care in the community and helping to create memorable experiences. The role involves community outreach, participating in local events, and promoting a positive image of the company. A significant portion of the patient base is children (70% or more).

Requirements

Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent required
X-ray certification preferred according to State and individual practices
Certified dental assistant credentials preferred according to State and individual practices
Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus (location dependent)
Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs
Other duties as assigned

Nice To Haves

X-ray certification
Certified dental assistant credentials
Bi-lingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
Guide parents of minors and patients through our processes before treatment
Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions
Prepare patient for examination and treatment
Take x-rays and save to patient charts (dependent on location)
Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms
Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials
Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs and rooms
Assist professional dental staff with treatment
Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart
Assist with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures
Pour, trim and polish impression casts
Fabricate custom impression trays
Perform to the highest integrity by adhering to all government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs
Other duties as assigned