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About the Role

Our Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.

Responsibilities

Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
Taking and processing X-rays of patients
Perform lab tasks as instructed
Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Requirements

Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients

Skills

Empathy
Patience
Quick thinking
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills

Location

Kew Gardens

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred

Salary/Compensations

Guaranteed Hourly Rate

Benefits

Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
401k Program: with matching contributions
Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
Flexible Schedules

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.