Real Life Dental- Christiansburg is a patient-centered dental practice, giving patients our full attention during their appointments and offering a wide range of services to meet their needs and help them achieve a beautiful, healthy smile. Our experienced dentists and team are energetic and love welcoming patients of all ages, and provide a warm, comfortable, family-oriented atmosphere in which our patients can feel at ease. We offer new technology and fanatical team environment.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and caring Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting the second chair for one of our dentists ensuring the smooth operation of the dental clinic, and delivering exceptional patient experiences. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care.
Real Life Dental is looking for an enthusiastic employee with a passion for patient education and creating amazing hellos and awesome goodbyes. Our purpose is to serve our community in a judgement free zone and create consistent experiences for our patients. We welcome feedback for "what goes unsaid cannot be understood". Real Life Dental provides a safe space for expressing your passion and encourages one another to be their best selves! Our office provides continuous opportunities to learn and grow while offering quarterly all-team trainings. Real Life Dental is a fast-paced environment built on strong teamwork. If you are looking to build strong relationships with patients, a fast paced enviornment, and lean on your coworkers to gain exponential knowledge, Real Life Dental looks forward to hearing from you!
We continue to create a fun-loving culture: strong teamwork & support, crockpot lunches, outdoor movie night, taco bar, rock wall climbing, bowling, lunch & learns, marketing events, and much more! We also offer birthday lunches, anniversary celebrations, and a uniform reimbursement!
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a dental assisting program preferred..X-ray certification required (paid by company with stipulations)Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.Knowledge of dental procedures and instruments.Understanding of infection control protocols and OSHA regulations.Compassion for patient comfort and care. Responsibilities Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including handing instruments, suctioning, and providing patient comfort.Patient Care: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean and organized environment for patient care.X-Ray Imaging: Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) as directed by the dentist and ensure compliance with safety protocols.Patient Education: Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-operative care instructions, and treatment options.Records Management: Maintain accurate patient records, treatment history, and dental charting in electronic health records (EHR) systems.Infection Control: Follow strict infection control protocols, including sterilization and disinfection of instruments and surfaces.Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of dental equipment and assist with ordering supplies.Appointment Scheduling: Assist with scheduling patient appointments, confirming appointments, and managing patient records.Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow and support colleagues as needed. Benefits Offered Competitive salaryHealth, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement savings planContinuing education and training opportunitiesPaid time off and holidaysProfessional development and growth potential Requisition Number 2024-13110 Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs
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