Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant - Huron Dental Associates
At Huron Dental Associates, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care while creating a positive, collaborative work environment for our team. We are looking for an experienced, patient-focused Dental Assistant who is comfortable supporting a variety of dental procedures and helping the office run efficiently.
If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping patients achieve healthy smiles, we encourage you to apply!
Schedule
- Monday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, once per month
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of dental procedures.
- Prepare, clean, and sterilize instruments and equipment according to infection-control protocols.
- Take and develop high-quality dental X-rays.
- Take dental impressions and fabricate temporary crowns and bridges.
- Utilize the iTero scanner to support patient care and treatment planning.
- Manage patient flow by balancing the main column with side-book appointments.
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with scheduling as needed.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment recommendations, and post-operative care.
- Help ensure patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their visits.
- Follow OSHA guidelines and established sterilization and safety procedures.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
- Experience making temporary crowns and bridges.
- Proficiency in taking dental impressions and X-rays.
- Experience using an iTero scanner.
- Ability to assist chairside during various dental procedures.
- Strong understanding of sterilization protocols and OSHA safety standards.
- Ability to manage appointment flow, including main-column and side-book scheduling.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
- Familiarity with Dentrix or similar dental practice management software preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive medical benefits.
- 401(k) plan.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- A positive, supportive, and collaborative team environment.
Benefits begin after 60 days of employment.
Join Our Team!
If you have the clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-first mindset we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Huron Dental Associates and become part of a team dedicated to exceptional dental care!
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