Dental Assistant

About the role

Smalltown Dental is looking for a charismatic, enthusiastic Dental Assistant who demonstrates a hunger for knowledge and a willingness to adapt. Our goal is to deliver an unparalleled patient experience by fostering a supportive and positive team culture. We seek individuals who exemplify these qualities and have a genuine love for the work and a desire to improve the lives of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and operatories for dental work
• Sterilize instruments
• Provide excellent and friendly patient care
• Chart existing patient needs and pending treatment
• Assist with treatment planning
• Ensure accurate use of X-ray equipment
• Provide post-op instruction
• Educate patients on procedures and oral health
• Fabricate temporary crowns
• Design and mill dental crowns
• Take impressions
• Fabricate and trim models
• Schedule patients for dental treatment and hygiene care
• Call in referrals for patients
• Write and track lab slips

Qualities we value

• Strong communicator (written and oral)
• Excellent time management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to build relationships with patients
• Takes initiative to learn
• Positive attitude
• Knowledge of dentistry
• Alignment with the company’s mission statement and core values

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Health insurance
• Continuing education allowance
• Team bonus
• Uniform allowance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Smalltown University – education and growth opportunities
• Daily support from leadership team
• Volunteer time off

Pay

$19 – $24 per hour