Our work environment at Dr. Heidi's Kids Dental Center includes:
- Modern office setting
- Safe work environment
- On-the-job training
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. We need 1 year minimum experience as a Dental assistant, we also require that you have a current X-ray license. 2-3 years experience preferred. Spanish Speaking preferred.
*Please only experienced people who have met all qualifications are to apply.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Experience
- Proven 1 Year of experience as dental assistant is required .
- X-ray license must be current
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Palmdale, CA 93551: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person