Dental Assistant

Dental Office•Metairie, LA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Great Big Smiles Pediatric Dentistry by Nathan A. Burns, DMD, is a privately owned pediatric dental practice specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents ages 0-18. Our thriving and growing practice has a beautiful, modern office, a wonderful, growing patient population, an enthusiastic team, and a sincere dentist-owner dedicated to quality care, customer service, and open communication. Our amazing dental team is looking for a SUPERSTAR who understands the importance of being a member of a winning team. We want someone who is committed to excellence and is looking to grow both personally and career-wise. Our vision for you is to have fun and be extremely happy every day working in our practice. An ideal candidate would be someone with experience/training/education as a dental assistant. EDDA certification would be helpful but not required. A great attitude and a strong work ethic are our first priorities. If not EDDA certified, we are willing to help you achieve and finance your EDDA certification. Additional training will be provided as needed.

Requirements

Prior DA experience
Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of all company policies and rules
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

EDDA certification
Radiology Certification
Experience in Open Dental

Responsibilities

Provide chairside dental assisting services to the pediatric dentists and other assistants as needed.
Prepare patients for procedures and exams.
Set up and break down instrument trays.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments.
Take the recommended digital radiographs.
Maintain and enter accurate patient charting and notes on a computer.
Prophy (clean) teeth, apply fluoride varnish, and apply sealants (if or once EDDA certified).
Assist in doing orthodontic (braces) procedures (once trained).
Effectively communicate with the dentist, other dental team members, patients, and parents in a loving and caring manner.
Provide patient and practice supportive services, including personal assistance, medical attention, and emotional support.