Part-Time Dental Assistant

Webster Dental Care is looking for our next Dental Assistant who:

Knows the drill (pun intended) – Experience with dental instruments, material, assisting in procedures, and making sure everything’s squeaky clean!

Has a heart as big as their smile – Friendly, empathetic, and ready to put a patient at ease (even if they’re nervous about the dentist).

Is a team player – Helping out wherever needed, whether it’s sterilizing instruments, prepping for a procedure, or answering the phone with your best “hello!”

In return, we offer:

Competitive pay, benefits, and a work environment that’s 10/10

A fun, energetic team who knows how to work hard AND have fun

Opportunity for growth – Learn all the dental tricks and skills and level up in your career!

If you’re ready to make some smiles brighter and assist in the best way possible, we want YOU on our team!

Role and Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant (DA) will be expected to assist the office as a whole, but primarily provide hands-on support to Dentists (and Hygienists as needed) to complete the necessary clinical procedures so our patients are efficiently cared for.

Duties include, but are not limited to

• Four-handed dentistry with standard general dental procedures
• Taking necessary diagnostics (EXAMPLE: Digital x-rays, impressions, IO photos, etc)
• Provide comfort, compassion, and empaty to patients to help ease any dental anxiety
• Be able to give verbal post operative instruction to patients as needed
• Apply diagnosed treatment into patients chart for easy and accurate treatment presentation
• Maintaining operatories to be stocked and clean at all times
• Maintenance of dental equipment
• Helping patients understand the value of their oral health and help them schedule appointments
• Sterilization
• Follow and maintain OSHA standards

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Dental assisting experience & knowledge of dental terminology
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA)
• Have a flexible schedule
• Must be able to communicate effectively

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of Eaflesoft
• Experience in periodontics, orthodontia, and pediatric dentistry
• Polishing/sealant certified
• Admin knowledge/experience
• Able to read an insurance benefit breakdown - Understanding of insurance clauses, frequencies and limitations

Compensation is based off experience.