Job description
We are looking for a knowledgeable dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients to join our team! 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.
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
Skills
- Proven experience as dental assistant
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma
- Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Requirements
- Minimum high school graduate
- Dental experience
- Radiology certified
- CDA Preferred
- OSHA/HIPAA and CPR certified a must
ABOUT COSTA DENTISTRY
Founded by Dr. Shane Costa, Costa Dentistry is a high-tech and modern dental practice with the latest dental innovations and practices. Costa Dentistry has two locations in Ashburn and Great Falls, VA. Our team is detail-oriented and dedicated to achieving our goals. We are people-oriented! We support our teams with training, achievable goals, and bonuses. We are committed to providing a unique and luxurious experience to every patient at our practice. If you are looking to grow personally and professionally, Costa Dentistry is the perfect place for you! Apply today to join our fun-loving team.
Benefits and Perks:
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits
- 401K after one year of employment
- Paid-time off and sick days
- Career growth and development
- Monthly incentive plans and annual bonuses
- Team outings and events
- Respectful team with a commitment to excellence
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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