Dental Assistant Job in Livingston, Texas

(Job ID: 531840)

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REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT WANTED | AVAILABLE TO START RIGHT AWAY JOB IN PERSON - CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE OR WILLING TO RELOCATE AT LIVINGSTON, TEXAS We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. BILINGUAL BIG PLUS. A SIGN ON BONUS OF $500 WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE CANDIDATE. Responsibilities Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Required: Proven experience as Registered Dental Assistant. Candidate must be BILINGUAL. 1+ Years of Open Dental Experience is highly preferred. Any one certificate - Polishing and Sealant Certification. Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods. Understanding of health & safety regulations. Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus. Good computer skills. Excellent communication and people skills. Attention to detail. Well-organized and reliable. High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred. Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA).