Dental Assistant Job at Huffman Family Dentistry

Huffman Family Dentistry Anchorage, AK 99515

Job Overview

The Dental Assistant represents Huffman Family Dentistry, LLC in both appearance, attitude, and skill set. The Dental Assistant prepares patients, assists dentist side-chair, sterilizes instruments, sets up rooms, maintains inventory, equipment maintenance, completes lab work, and performs some dental hygiene tasks.

Responsibilities for Dental Assistant

  • Take and document patient dental history and updates, as well as overall health and medication history
  • Assist dentist by handling supplies and instruments as requested
  • Prepare tables and trays for dentist with necessary instruments and supplies
  • Clean and sterilize instruments, and prepare treatment rooms as needed
  • Take high quality digital dental radiographs
  • Ensure appropriate supply of equipment and materials
  • Perform patient charting as instructed by the dentist
  • Welcome patients and get them situated in the appropriate treatment room
  • Perform lab work such as night guards, custom bleach trays, essix retainers

Qualifications for Dental Assistant

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
  • Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or a Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF)
  • Current CPR certification preferred
  • 1-2 years of experience as an RDA
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
  • Possess a professional and positive attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

  • Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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