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Dental Assistant

We are looking for a compassionate Dental Assistant with a positive mental attitude who knows how to make our patients feel like family.

************ This position is for MONDAY through THURSDAY only ***********

We are a fun and friendly General Dentistry practice with a beautiful office conveniently located in West LA. Dr. Ahdoot is a graduate of the world famous New York University College of Dentistry. He has been practicing since 2008 and is passionate about the art of Dentistry and healing others. Our clinical environment is supportive and focused on your personal and professional growth.

Check out how we enjoy our work! @drelliotahdoot

***Responsibilities***

-Prepare treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials, following prescribed procedures and protocols
-Perform procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
-Welcome, comfort, seat, and drape patient.
-Provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
-Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist’s access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
-Select, mix, and place materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
-Take X-rays, pour, trim, and polish study casts.
-Fabricate temporary restorations and clean and polish removable appliances.
-Maintain CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
-Give oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Chart in patient records.
-Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
-Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
-Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.
-Complete preventive maintenance requirements, follow manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshoot malfunctions, call for repairs, maintain equipment inventories, and evaluate new equipment and techniques.
-Check stock to determine inventory level, anticipate needed supplies, place and expedite orders for supplies, and verify receipt of supplies.

***Skills and Experience***

***At least 2 YEARS OF UNINTERRUPTED experience as a Dental Assistant preferred***

-Open Dental software familiarity preferred
-Exceptional communication and people skills
-Punctual
-Attention to detail
-Maintain positive attitude under fast-paced situations
-Highly organized

***Hours and Benefits***

This is a full-time position with the following hours that are subject to change:

Monday 9:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am-6:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am-5:30pm
Thursday 9:00am-6:00pm

-8 hour shift
-Day shift
-No nights
-No weekends
-Job Type: full-time, non-exempt

-Employer Contributes Toward Medical Insurance
-Dental Benefits for Employee and Their Family
-Retirement Savings Program
-Paid Time Off (PTO)
-Free Parking in the Building
-Monthly Team Lunch
-Safety Equipment Provided
-Competitive Salary DOE
-Exceptional Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities

***Salary:***

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour, DOE

***Education:***

-High school or equivalent (Required)

***Experience:***

-Uninterrupted Dental office: 2 years (Required)
-Uninterrupted Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)

***Location:***

-Reliably commute or planning to relocate to the West LA area before starting work (Required)

Email resume/cover letter to smile@smdentalcare.com to apply!