Dental Assistant

Description

• Job Category Service Workers
• Industry Offices of Dentists
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Dentistry for Children – Buford, GA

Dentistry for Children is seeking an experienced Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our Buford team. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and thrives in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience required
• Internship/externship experience does not count toward the one-year requirement
• Pediatric dental experience preferred
• Strong communication and patient‑care skills
• Dependable, team-oriented, and willing to assist in other areas of the practice as needed

Responsibilities include: Chairside assisting, creating chart notes, performing chart prep, preparing treatment rooms, taking X-rays as permitted, maintaining infection-control standards, and helping provide a positive dental experience for our pediatric patients.

Requirements

Education/Credentials:

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is .
• Radiography requirements according to the state regulations.

Job related experience:

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• Pediatric experience, preferred

Job-related skills/competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication - effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image- one that is reflective of Company Values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills with an ability to learn and successfully use new software programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working conditions:

• Travel between the assigned offices, if needed
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles