Dental Assistant - Altura Periodontics : Job Details

We're looking for a friendly and reliable dental assistant to join our periodontal team! In this role, you'll help prepare for procedures, support our clinical staff, manage patient records and appointments, and ensure every patient has a smooth, positive experience. If you're organized, a great communicator, and passionate about patient care, we'd love to meet you! $1,000 sign-on bonus! Responsibilities: • Help periodontists and dental hygienists during procedures or examinations by providing suction, handing off dental instruments, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team • Answer any questions the patient may have about dental hygiene, schedule appointments for patient care follow-up, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patient's teeth and gums, after procedures • Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use • Measure and document vital signs and update the medical history of patients • Meet patients and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during the appointment Qualifications: • Certification or an Associate's Degree from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required • Active BLS/CPR certification is required • 1-2 years of dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant • Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are preferred • Proficiency with computers, experience updating patient histories, and experience with dental software is necessary Compensation: $25 - $27 Hourly

• Help periodontists and dental hygienists during procedures or examinations by providing suction, handing off dental instruments, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team • Answer any questions the patient may have about dental hygiene, schedule appointments for patient care follow-up, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patient's teeth and gums, after procedures • Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use • Measure and document vital signs and update the medical history of patients • Meet patients and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during the appointment