Dental Assistant

**Job Title**: Dental Assistant Job **Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Assisting with Procedures**:

- Prepare patients for treatments by explaining procedures and making them feel comfortable.
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including taking X-rays, sterilizing equipment, and preparing dental instruments.
- Handle dental tools and instruments effectively during procedures.
- **Patient Care**:

- Provide support to patients by making sure they are comfortable and informed.
- Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize dental instruments, and assist patients in getting settled for their appointments.
- Take and record medical histories and vital signs as required.
- **Administrative Tasks**:

- Maintain patient records and ensure accurate documentation of treatments and services provided.
- Schedule appointments, confirm patient bookings, and handle patient inquiries.
- Assist in billing, insurance verification, and other office-related administrative tasks.
- **Dental Equipment Maintenance**:

- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dental office, including treatment areas and waiting rooms.
- **X-Rays and Imaging**:

- Take dental radiographs (X-rays) and process them for review by the dentist.
- Ensure proper handling and safety protocols are followed during radiographic procedures.
- **Communication**:

- Communicate with patients to ensure they understand their treatment plans, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments.
- Provide pre
- and post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.
- **Inventory Management**:

- Order and maintain dental supplies and materials.
- Ensure that all necessary dental supplies and equipment are available and properly stored.
- **Patient Education**:

- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, post-treatment care, and preventative dental care.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a Dental Assistant program preferred.
- Certification or licensure as a Dental Assistant (as required by local regulations).
- Basic understanding of dental procedures, instruments, and radiographic techniques.
- Proficiency with dental software and office equipment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills with a friendly, compassionate demeanor.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Knowledge of dental materials, sterilization techniques, and infection control practices.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Experience working in a dental practice or healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with dental terminology and patient care protocols.
- CPR and First Aid certification.

**Working Conditions**:

- Full-time position.
- Regular office hours, with possible evening or weekend shifts depending on practice needs. timing 9:30am to 7pm.
- Physical demands include standing for extended periods, assisting patients, and handling dental instruments.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Fixed shift
- Morning shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person