Dental Assistant

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical area, instruments, and equipment before each procedure
• Assist the surgeon during procedures by anticipating needs
• Keep surgical areas and instruments clean and sterilized
• Monitor and record patient vitals and ensure patient comfort and safety
• Prepare and provide post-operative instructions and materials to patients
• Help maintain inventory and order supplies as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the surgeon or office manager

Requirements

• 3-5 years of dental assistant experience (Oral Surgery preferred)
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health and safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma
• Accredited dental assistant program certificate (if required by law)
• Active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Experience with dental x-ray
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• CPR certification

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance options
• VSP Vision coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance policy
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan with match options
• HSA / FSA account access
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

About the Company

Juan C. Alonso DMD a PC is a busy specialty practice in North Bergen, NJ, focused on providing world-class oral surgery and specialty dental care.