Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Company: Hawaii Family Dental Centers
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

*Job Overview*

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

We are seeking an Oral Surgery Dental Assistant who loves dentistry just as much as they love working with people. You will work chairside with our traveling Oral and Maxillofacial Specialist, practicing four-handed dentistry and educating patients on proper dental hygiene and oral care following their procedures. Learn and grow with us as you train with the best dental team in Hawaii.

*Highlights*

*Responsibilities*

- Greet each patient in reception area and escort patients to the operatory in a friendly and hospitable manner

- Ensure forms and records are completed and signed as directed by the Dentist

- Take digital or traditional impressions, x-rays, photos, and other records as needed

- Assist chairside with procedures - suction, monitoring instruments, passing instruments

- Schedule follow up visits and provide post-operative instructions

- Monitor supplies

- Keep germs at bay by sterilizing and maintaining all equipment

- Be compassionate and caring while you ensure that patients know what to expect with each visit

- Assume responsibilities as delegated by the dentist and/or the operations manager

- Must be able to work at multiple offices on Oahu

*Education, Experience, and Skill Sets:*

- 2 years of chairside dental experience is required.

- High school graduate or GED

- You know your way around a computer

- Strong attention to detail

- Ability to think on your feet and make smart decisions in stressful situations

- At least one year of experience in a customer service-oriented position

*Compensation*

- Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience

- Performance-based incentives

- 401K with employer matching

*Benefits*

- Medical, drug, and vision plans with excellent dental

- PTO and paid holidays Formal and on-the-job training and development

- Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* No nights
* No weekends

Work Location: On the road

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