Dental Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: Dental Chairside Assistant / Front Desk

We're seeking an enthusiastic, committed, and knowledgeable Dental Chairside Assistant to join our family-oriented dental practice in Kilmarnock. We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing excellent, personalized, state-of-the-art dental care and a positive patient experience. We ensure the highest standards of safety and treatment in line with guidelines from the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

What You'll Do:

As a Dental Chairside Assistant, you'll be a vital part of our professional team, working closely with our dentists to provide comprehensive dental care. This includes restorative and cosmetic dentistry, oral health examinations, dental X-rays, and emergency care. Additionally, your skills at the front desk will be invaluable, helping ensure our practice runs smoothly and our patients feel welcome and well taken care of.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in a range of dental procedures, using your knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Conducting thorough X-rays while maintaining a high standard of patient safety.
• Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations.
• Contributing to the front desk operations as needed.
• Supporting the team in delivering personalized, quality dental care that puts the patient first.
• Also work at Front Desk helping answer phones, text message, and check patients in and out of office.

Who You Are:

You're a dedicated professional, X-ray certified with an excellent understanding of dental procedures and the use of relevant instruments. Your excellent communication skills enable you to put patients at ease, and your attention to detail ensures high-quality care. You're well-organized, reliable, and a team player who's eager to contribute to our patient-focused family practice.

What We Offer:

We offer a work-life balanced schedule, Monday to Thursday, 8-5 pm, no evenings or weekends. For our full-time employees, we offer health insurance benefits, 401K, 3% contribution, profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacation.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person