Dental Assistant

Westside Family Healthcare, a respected non-profit organization known for our compassionate and comprehensive health services, is looking to hire a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a community-centric clinic that serves a diverse clientele, emphasizing high-quality care for all, regardless of financial circumstances. With a $5000 signing bonus and a supportive work environment, we offer a fulfilling career for those passionate about community health and dental care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Set up and break down operatory post treatment.
• Take, develop and mount dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling).
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
• Take impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth).
• Communicate with patients and suppliers (scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies).
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.

Required Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of dental instrumentation and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus.
• Good manual dexterity.