Dental Assistant – Woodruff

About the role

We are looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented team player to join our team as a dental assistant. This role involves providing excellent customer service and handling basic dental tasks to support the dentist. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, able to follow instructions, and respect dental office regulations while ensuring smooth office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and prepare them for treatments, ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for procedures
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide post-operative care instructions to patients
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Assist in treatment planning
• Maintain accurate patient records

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Experience as a dental assistant is preferred, but we will train the right candidate
• Understanding of health & safety regulations (initial and annual training provided)
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• Team player