Rockingham Ridge Dental is under new ownership! Privately owned, patient centered practice with a friendly environment and a amazing dental team to work with. Also sterilization tech onsite! We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality dental care to our patients. This position involves assisting the dentist during procedures, managing patient records, and ensuring a smooth workflow within the dental office. A strong background in dental assisting, particularly in areas such as orthodontics and pediatrics, is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
– Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.– Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment before and after use.– Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) as needed.– Maintain accurate patient records using dental software such as AbelDent, Sidexis.– Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.– Schedule appointments and manage patient flow within the office.– Handle administrative tasks, including billing and insurance verification when necessary.– Collaborate with the dental team to ensure a positive patient experience.
Skills:
– Proficient in dental assisting techniques with experience in general dentistry, orthodontics and digital scanning preferred.– Familiarity with CAD (Computer-Aided Design- ABELDENT).– Knowledge of medical terminology to effectively communicate with patients and staff.– Experience with dental receptionist duties, including scheduling and managing patient inquiries when needed.– Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.– Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and team members.– Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.
Hours:
Monday 7:45-5pmTuesday 7:45-5pmWednesday 7:45-6pmThursday 7:45-5pmFriday Occasional 8-3pmEmployment Package
Benefits Package:
Free Parking, Uniform Allowance, Paid Sick Days
Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional dental care. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Dental Assistant who shares our vision for patient-centered service.
*Please forward your resume to info@rockinghamridgedental.com with attention to Jena*