Dental Assistant - Mayer Smile Be Bright
Arlington, VA 22201
About the Job
Mayer Smile Be Bright General and Pediatric Clinical Dental Tech I
To the dedicated dental professional
Mayer Smile Be Bright is currently accepting applications for a patient-centered clinical technician to join their supportive, genuinely caring team in a beautiful new office offering the latest dental specialty procedures and technologies such as moderate sedation, CBCT, and digital scanning.
Apply now to become part of a dynamic dental clinic providing inclusive, superlative treatment in Arlington, VA. Part-Time to Full-Time position
We are looking for an energetic, thoughtful team member to assist our caring owner clinician.
Ideal candidate responsibilities and qualifications:
? Prior dental assisting experience of 3+ years preferred, however, *willing to fully train the right entry level candidate.
? Dental radiology and CPR certifications (list all others on your application).
? Self-starter, dedicated, friendly, motivated, problem-solving, detail-oriented, computer literate, dexterous, multi-tasker.
? Must be available Monday, Thursday, and Friday.
? Willing to be coached and adaptable to evolving practice modalities.
? Good understanding of dental procedures, dental anatomy, and procedural set ups and protocols.
? Willing to run one pediatric patient column with preventative and diagnostic procedures confirm equipment, and set up supplies per procedure, and think ahead to ready materials for scheduled patient procedures.
? Must be able to move, and care for pediatric and adult patients standing or sitting for prolonged periods and able to lift 45 pounds if needed.
? Chairside verbal proficiency with patient advocacy and treatment acceptance.
? Sterilize instruments, set up, and disinfect operatories.
? Lab work example: (fabricate retainers and work with digital dentistry).
? Chart existing treatment and proposed treatment.
? Procedural knowledge of preventive and diagnostic visits.
? Skillset to complete sealants.
? Fluent in English; Spanish or other languages encouraged and a plus.
Benefits:
? Hourly $20-$26 depending on level of experience
? In-house Dental Care
? Paid time off
? Paid professional training, and certifications
? Professional development assistance