Dental Assistant

Company: Seacoast Dental
Location: Falmouth
Posted on: February 14, 2021

Job Description:

JOB OVERVIEWUnder Direct and Indirect Supervision, the dental assistant will assist the Dentist in both administrative and clinical duties including: prepare the patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, and prepare materials, and assist during dental procedures. Provide patient and practice support services; including, but not limited to, personal assistance, medical attention, and emotional support. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSMust be detail oriented to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfortMust excel in forward thinking to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patientMust demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skillsMust demonstrate active listening - giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate timesMust be comfortable seeing and able to maintain a professional demeanor and attitude while working around blood and smells that may be unpleasantMust maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standardsAdhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standardsAlways follow the company's core values-Trust, Integrity, Positive, Excellence-for yourself, the team and our patients QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.Diploma or certificate from an approved 281 dental assisting program as accredited by CODA.Must have state licensure (RDA- Registered Dental Assistant)Preferred two years dental practice experience. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Some travel to other offices to provide coverage may be requiredOccasionally there may be some travel, by car or plane, required for you to participate in training, continuing education, or seminars
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Keywords: Seacoast Dental, New Bedford , Dental Assistant, Healthcare , Falmouth, Massachusetts