Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Henderson, NV as a Full-Time Dental Assistant! We're seeking a compassionate professional to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, and career growth opportunities in a supportive environment. Perfect your skills while making a difference in our community's oral health!
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during complex procedures including oral surgery and restorative treatments
- Perform chairside duties: instrument transfer, suction, and four-handed dentistry
- Take and develop dental X-rays with digital radiography systems
- Manage sterilization protocols and maintain OSHA compliance standards
- Prepare treatment rooms and ensure optimal inventory of dental supplies
- Deliver post-operative instructions and patient education
- Coordinate patient flow and schedule management
- Assist with digital charting and practice management software
Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant certification (DANB or state equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience in general dentistry
- Proficiency in digital radiography and practice management software
- CPR/BLS certification with current expiration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced clinical environments
- Strong attention to detail and infection control expertise
- Valid Nevada state dental assistant license