Our office, Walnut Creek - Lafayette, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. We have two office locations and prefer 2 years of dental experience, Endodontics being a huge plus!
We are looking for a talented and skilled Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.
Your Responsibilities
You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist's shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go to resource during their visit which includes the following:
Welcoming patients to the dental office
Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
Selecting and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies
Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked
Scheduling appointments and post op visits
Maintaining accurate patient records
As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.
Your Background
You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable / happier being, each and every day. You're a kind, passionate and collaborative problem-solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.
You also have the following:
At least 1-2 years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty is preferred
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
A strong attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
A high school diploma
A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
An active state radiology license (if required by law)
If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!
Benefits:
Pet insurance
Disability insurance
Health savings account
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays