Dental Assistant

Benevis•Baton Rouge, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Dental - Baton Rouge is seeking a Full-time Dental Assistant to join their growing team. As a Dental Assistant (DA), you are an integral part of the care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. This role supports the mission of providing excellent dental care in the community and helping to create more smiles and memorable experiences. The company is looking for individuals who love working with children, as they make up 70% or more of the patient base. The role involves participating in local community events to promote a positive image of the company and participating in morning huddles to foster teamwork and recognize colleagues.

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

Radiology certification required
CPR/BLS - required

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