（Full-time） Dental Assistant job at Castillo Mulkay Dental

Dental Assistant supports dental practices by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and providing chairside assistance during procedures. Key duties include taking dental X-rays, updating patient records, and instructing patients on oral hygiene. Ideal candidates are compassionate, team-oriented professionals, often requiring certification from an accredited program and x-ray certification.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable, motivated Dental Assistant to join our team to provide top-tier patient care and assist our dentists in delivering exceptional dental services. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, including restorative, surgical, and hygiene appointments.

Patient Care: Greet patients, escort them to treatment rooms, and prepare them for procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.

Infection Control: Sterilize instruments, set up treatment rooms, and maintain operatories according to OSHA regulations.

Imaging: Take high-quality digital dental x-rays as directed.

Lab Work: Fabricate temporary crowns, take impressions, and pour study models.

Documentation: Accurately record patient treatment notes and dental charts.
Inventory Management: Monitor dental supplies and assist with inventory management.

Monday- Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

This is an entry level position. The ideal candidate should be eager to learn as we will be training you to fit in with the practice.

- Bilingual (Spanish./English) is required
-Familiarity with Dentrix and Patterson Dental preferred but not required
-Certified in Radiography Preferred
-Willingness to learn is a must
-Empathetic towards others