Dental Chairside Assistant (Spanish speaking preferred)

We are currently searching for an experienced DA1 or DA2 to join our non-profit prosthodontist office! The candidate for this part-time position will be responsible for assisting our doctors with a variety of dental restorations including: extractions, implant placement, impressions, denture/partial try ins, and more. Prior dental experience is required, and strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of dental procedures is preferred. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.

Full Time Employee Benefits include:

• 20+ days of PTO/Paid vacation
• Health insurance option
• 403B retirement plan with 3% match (similar to 401k)

Responsibilities:

• Assist our prosthodontists and general dentist.
• Clean, sanitize, and set up rooms for patients in line with OSHA best practices.
• Handle and sterilize instruments and materials for all procedures.
• Prepare patient for restorative procedures
• Evaluate patients' conditions and explain treatment to be performed or prescribed.
• Review treatment plan options with patients
• Enter patient treatment plans and complete clinical note documentation and prescriptions into Dentrix Enterprise system.
• Take x-rays
• Monitor supply and inventory levels, report needed supplies for ordering.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and all state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with front office staff to assist in other administrative duties as needed.
• Report to the Lead Dental Assistant and keep them up to date on progress

Our Ideal Candidate would be:

• Reliable
• Kind
• Interested in learning

Preferred: Bilingual - Spanish

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 16 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Durham, NC 27701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person