Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Wichita Family Dentistry is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team in Wichita, KS.
We pride ourselves on providing top-tier oral health care in a state-of-the-art facility. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our patients have a comfortable and positive experience.
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Modern dental technology and equipment.
- Clean, professional, and supportive work environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety at all times.
- Preparation: Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for dental procedures prior to patient arrival.
- Infection Control: Strictly adhere to sterilization and disinfection protocols to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
- Radiography: Take and develop dental X-rays (digital preferred) as directed by the dentist.
- Administrative: Manage patient records, scheduling appointments, and answering phone calls with professionalism.
- Education: Provide post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education to patients to promote long-term health.
Qualifications
- Certification: Current Dental Assistant certification (CDA or RDA) or graduation from an accredited dental assisting program.
- Experience: 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Licensure: Current Kansas State Board of Dentistry license.
- Skills: Proficiency in chair-side assisting, four-handed dentistry, and digital radiography.
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills and a friendly, patient-centric attitude.