Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners•Hull, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hull Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team. This role involves preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring dentists have the necessary equipment. The Dental Assistant will assist dentists during procedures, take and process X-rays, perform lab tasks, greet patients, schedule appointments, and advise on oral hygiene. The position also includes maintaining patient records, assisting with payment procedures, and handling general administrative duties to ensure the smooth operation of the dental practice. Strong communication skills are essential for delivering oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.

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 your co-workers and patients
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.

Nice To Haves

Coronal Polishing 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
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
Deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice