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Dental Assistant

SmileAlive DentistryEugene, OR, US
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Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our team! You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, and help the dentist during patient examinations and other dental procedures. When not working with patients, you will also assist with administrative tasks, including answering phones and organizing patient records as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Gather patient information and health background
  • Prepare the work area for procedures
  • Take x-rays of patients’ teeth when necessary and display results for the dentist
  • Assist the dentist during examinations and dental procedures
  • Prepare materials for crowns or dental impressions
  • Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
  • Restock treatment areas and monitor inventory

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Dental assistant certification
  • 1+ years of dental assisting experience
  • X-ray certification a plus
  • Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
  • Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail

    • Company Description

    Dr. Baarstad invests in her employees because she believes that a staff of happy, healthy employees is an immeasurable asset. Continuing education is provided for all staff so that each employee is fully trained for their position. We have fun. We care about each other. We lift each other up and encourage each other to be the best we can be. Because of this attitude, we have very low staff turn-over and many long term employees. Dr. Baaarstad knows that having a great team of professionals benefits everyone and we are proud members of the American Dental Association. Recently, Dr. Baarstad completed the rigorous requirements to become a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), awarded to fewer than 6% of all practicing dentists in America.

    Company Description

    Dr. Baarstad invests in her employees because she believes that a staff of happy, healthy employees is an immeasurable asset. Continuing education is provided for all staff so that each employee is fully trained for their position. We have fun. We care about each other. We lift each other up and encourage each other to be the best we can be. Because of this attitude, we have very low staff turn-over and many long term employees. Dr. Baaarstad knows that having a great team of professionals benefits everyone and we are proud members of the American Dental Association. Recently, Dr. Baarstad completed the rigorous requirements to become a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), awarded to fewer than 6% of all practicing dentists in America.

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