Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners•Waxhaw, NC

30d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team at Waxhaw Dental Center. In this role, you will be crucial in supporting our dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and efficient clinical environment. You will also play a key role in patient education and administrative tasks, contributing to the overall success of our practice.

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
Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with co-workers and patients
Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for patients
A positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to patients

Nice To Haves

Coronal Polishing certification is a plus, but not required

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
Performing lab tasks as instructed
Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
Maintaining accurate patient records and assisting with payment procedures
Delivering oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice