Dental Assistant - Decatur Georgia

Company: Eaton Pediatric Dentistry
Location: Decatur, Georgia
Posted On: 01/23/2025

About us Eaton Pediatric Dentistry is a well-established and highly regarded fee-for-service pediatric dental practice in Decatur, GA. We are searching for a part time, Monday only, dental/hygiene assistant to provide high quality care to our loyal and growing patient base.We are looking for an experienced pediatric dental/hygiene assistant with at least two years of experience, who will make the dentist's office more efficient and pleasant for patients/supporting staff. 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. 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 Patients in the dental office Prepare Patients 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 next appointments Maintain accurate patient records. Skills Proven experience as pediatric dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulate non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable Experience with Dentrix and/or Dexis Systems High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)Job Type: Part-timePay: From $19.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matchingSchedule: 8 hour shift Day shift No nights No weekends

Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)License/Certification: X-Ray Certification (Preferred)Ability to Relocate: Decatur, GA 30033: Relocate before starting work (Required)

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