Dental Assistant

Description

Are you ready to bring smiles to life? Join our vibrant team at Axiom Dentistry as a Dental Assistant/Hygiene Assistant and embark on a journey of making dental care fun and fabulous!

Who We Are:

At Axiom Dentistry, we believe in creating a joyful and welcoming environment for our patients and team members alike. We're all about top-notch dental care, innovative solutions, and a sprinkle of fun!

Why You'll Love This Job:

As a Dental Assistant, you'll be the right-hand superhero to our dentists and dental hygienists, making every patient's visit a breeze. From prepping treatment areas to educating patients on oral hygiene, your role is vital in ensuring everyone leaves with a bright smile.

Essential Duties:

• •Assist patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering questions, and providing directions as authorized by the dentist
• •Prepare treatment areas by sterilizing and setting up for procedures
• •Maintain equipment and operatories in compliance with infection control protocols
• •Manage operatory supplies and assist with inventory control
• •Provide patient education (post-op instructions, consent forms, oral hygiene basics)
• •Schedule follow-up appointments and ensure proper handoffs to administrative team
• •Make post-op follow-up calls for patients after major procedures
• •Seat and prepare hygiene patients, including updating medical histories and taking vitals as needed
• •Take diagnostic X-rays for hygiene exams
• •Assist hygienists with perio charting and documentation
• •Set up and break down hygiene operatories efficiently between patients
• •Ensure hygiene rooms are fully stocked and ready for each appointment
• •Support hygienists with patient flow to help them stay on schedule
• •Provide oral hygiene instruction and reinforce home care recommendations
• •Assist with sterilization and instrument turnover specific to hygiene
• •Help identify and communicate treatment needs to the doctor and front office

What You Need to Succeed:

• •High School Diploma or equivalent
• •X-Ray Certification, experience needed.
• •Current CPR certification

Perks & Benefits:

• •Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• •401(k) plan
• •Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• •Competitive Pay
• •A fun, supportive, and dynamic work environment

Schedule:

• •Monday through Wednesday 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• •Thursday: 7:15 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

• Ready to Make a Difference?
• Join us at Axiom Dentistry and help us create a world full of healthy, happy smiles!