Dental Assistant Jobs in Maine

Join our team! We are a new office and are growing quickly! We are looking for a Dental Hygiene Assistant to aid our Dental Hygienist. We offer competitive pay, paid holidays, sick days, vacation time, and CE/CPR allowance. Experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate! We are hiring for full time/part time, with office hours of Monday - Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with an hour lunch break. Please contact the office manager Sabrina at (207) 423 - 6972 or email watervilledentalarts@gmail.com if you’re interested in the position!

Duties Include:
- Assist the dental hygienist during hygiene procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations
- Take and record patients' vital signs
- Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
- Provide post-operative instructions to patients
- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical histories
- Assist with scheduling appointments and managing patient flow

Skills:
- Proficient in dental assisting techniques and procedures
- Ability to perform patient assessments and document findings
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and procedures

As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the dental team and ensuring the smooth operation of the dental practice. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting the dental hygienist during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, taking patients' vital signs, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining accurate patient records.

To excel in this role, you should have an understanding of dental assisting techniques and procedures, as well as the ability to perform patient assessments and document findings. Proficiency in using dental practice management systems is a plus. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial for providing exceptional patient care. Additionally, knowledge of infection control protocols is necessary to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.

If you are a dedicated Dental Hygiene Assistant with the required skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this position. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth within our dynamic dental practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person