Dental Assistant (Mandeville, LA)

Grand Family Dentistry•Mandeville, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Here at Grand Family Dentistry, our teams don’t just shape smiles – they shape the lives of families every single day. Working at Grand Family Dentistry means being challenged, having fun, and being proud of what you do. It means being a mentor, being a friend, and being part of a change that starts with each patient. We are a leader in general dental care to adults and children. Our compassion and drive make us the best at what we do every day. Currently, Grand Family Dentistry is operating in three locations, with two in Mandeville and one in Baton Rouge. This is the time to join not just an amazing company, but a place where you will be a part of making smiles happen every day. Grand Family Dentistry is looking for a Dental Assistant ready to make a difference in the lives of families. Although below is a description of what your job would entail, we want to emphasize that working at Grand Family Dentistry is more than just a job. Grand Family Dentistry is not your typical dental office and working here is not your typical experience. You will thrive here if you are someone who wants to grow professionally while serving your community at the same time. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The Dental Assistant provides support to the office and is responsible for assisting the professional dental staff with treatment.

Requirements

Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent.
High focus on customer service and satisfaction
Must love working with children
Compassion and high level of service for our patients, parents and staff
Integrity, always doing the right thing
Dependable, reliable to be at work when scheduled
Attention to detail
Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
Professional manner and appearance at all times
Computer skills: Computer literate
X-ray certification, certified dental assistant credentials may be required for specific positions.

Nice To Haves

One year office experience in a dentist’s or physician’s office
Experience with general dentistry

Responsibilities

Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
Guide patients through process 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
Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene room and operatory rooms
Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
Clean 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 temporary crowns and impression trays
Responsible for adhering to all government regulations and company standards
Participate in local community affairs and events to include presentations, events, and any opportunity to promote a positive image of Grand Family Dentistry
Assist with monthly inventory counts
Assist with other office duties as needed