Position Summary

Assists dental practitioners in the clinic. Maintains instruments/inventory and operatory areas and controls sterilization of instruments. Prepare and set up the sedation room. Check set up an operating room before the procedure starts.

Responsibilities

• Good oral hygiene starts early. Dentists recommend the first checkup between 6 months and a year old. Our compassionate pediatric dental experts offer comprehensive care that puts kids at ease and helps them develop healthy habits that last a lifetime — that’s something to smile about. Advanced expertise in caring for kids with special needs, including children with developmental or behavioral issues, craniofacial anomalies, or medical problems that affect dental care.
• Comprehensive oral exams and routine dental checkups, including cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventive treatments.
• Education and instructions for maintaining good teeth and gum health.
• Oral surgery, such as wisdom teeth removal, misaligned jaw correction, and other oral surgeries.
• Periodontal care, including dental implants and treatment of gum disease.
• Prevention and treatment of sports-related dental injuries, including mouth guard fittings.
• Dental restorative services, such as fillings and extractions.
• Sedation or anesthesia dentistry to keep kids comfortable — such as very young children, kids with developmental conditions, or those who need complex or lengthy dental procedures.

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School or equivalent preferred
• Experience Required: 
• Relevant Experience
• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.
• Certifications Required: 
• X-ray Certification
• BLS via American Heart Association

Compensation

• Pay Range: will be discussed with the hiring manager

Position Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Shift: Days
• Benefits: Full
• Relocation Assistance Available: No
• Commission Compensation: No
• Bonus Eligible: No
• Overtime Eligible: No
• Interview Travel Reimbursed: No