ABOUT US:Sherman Oaks Dentistry is a private-owned practice serving the community for over 20 years.
Our practice performs general cosmetic dentistry with several in-house specialties which gives our patients access to services such as periodontics, endodontics, and oral surgery.ABOUT THE APPLICANT:We are looking for a reliable self-motivated full-time Dental Assistant to join our team.
He/she must be knowledgeable of different dental instruments, equipment, tools, materials, and procedures.We are a fast-paced dental office and Dental Assistants are expected to be efficient in managing their time in providing direct and indirect patient care, making office procedures go as smooth as possible.
He/she must demonstrate positive attitude, good communication skills to both patients and co-workers.JOB TYPE:Full-timeWHAT YOU’LL DO:Sterilize and set up rooms for various dental proceduresSterilize and disinfect dental instruments, tools, and equipmentMaintain cleanliness and cheerfulness during operationsMake patients feel comfortable as you seat them and prepare them for treatmentTake dental impressionsCreate and deliver bleaching traysPerform coronal polishing, give fluoride treatment, and deliver oral hygiene instructionsPouring and trimming modelsAssist dentist and specialists during dental procedures in an efficient and professional mannerCapture diagnostic images such as intraoral photos and x-raysRecord patient charting and all of the dentist’s notes accurately in the digital patient chart or as directed by the dentist or office managerWHAT YOU’LL NEED:Knowledge in Dentrix a plusHigh school or equivalentCertified Dental Assistant requiredRadiation Safety Certificate requiredCoronal Polishing Certificate requiredPits and Fissure Sealant Certificate requiredInfection Control Certificate requiredDental Practice Act Certificate requiredSalary: Negotiable/Based on ExperienceJob Type: Full-timePay: From $17.00 per hour Depending on ExperienceCOVID-19 considerations:To keep our Employees and Patients safe, we have the Required PPE for every staff member, Sneeze Guards in the front office, social distancing practices, forehead thermometer and Covid-19 screening forms.
We are exceeding CDC, ADA and CDA recommendations.
Skills:General PracticeDigital X-raysDigital ImpressionsIntraoral PhotosCoronal Polishing Benefits:DentalPTOBonuses