Dental Assistant at Dovetail Dental Associates in Center Harbor, NH

We are the closest team of professionals in the state. We laugh, grow, and pursue excellence together; we continually strive to be the best we can be and are looking for a reliable Full-Time (4 days per week) Dental Assistant to join our well-established team!

Our ideal candidate is upbeat and organized with exceptional communication skills. They understand the importance of the oral-systemic connection and are passionate about educating patients about it, too. If you are looking to advance your dental career and thrive in a high energy atmosphere that prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, are self-motivated, and are coach-able & approachable, we are looking for you! Our dedicated trainer will guide you through the ins and outs of our office processes and software. You bring the positive attitude, we'll help with the rest!

Our #1 goal is to make this a place where we all feel proud to work. Our core values (written by our team) are as follows:

Honesty - Safety - Appreciation - Progressiveness - Unrivaled Quality - Teamwork - Contribution

Commitment to fostering an office environment where everyone feels welcomed is a must.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient comfort from check-in to check-out
• Educate patients about the oral systemic connection, treatment needs, post-op instructions, and what to expect during procedures
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed for procedures
• Execute your part to completion in each office process to set your surrounding team members up for success (and they'll do the same for you!)
• Sterilize instruments according to state regulation and office standards
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Keep rooms clean and well-stocked
• Take quality radiographs using the ALARA principle
• Maintain impeccable patient records

Skills

• Prior dental assisting experience
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Intermediate-to-advanced Word Processing Skills
• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Well-organized
• DANB radiology certificate
• Hiring Preference given to candidates who have graduated from an assisting program
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Benefits

• 401k with matching program
• Health benefits
• In-house dental benefits
• Annual OSHA certification
• Bi-annual CPR certification
• Reimbursement for Continuing Education courses
• Annual health and wellness reimbursement (for your peloton, gym membership, or other health membership)

And lastly, We don't forget to have fun - Work Hard, Play Hard!

• Annual Summer BBQ & Corn hole Tournament
• Yearly Holiday Dinner
• Community Event Participation and hosting (Blood Drives, Screening Events, Job Fairs, 5ks-- you name, it we've done it!)
• Team-Wide CE Trips (ie. Yankee or the NHDS Event)
• Team Summits with fun activities (past trips have included mini-golf, go-karts, pottery night, and axe throwing)

*** Our practice is located in Center Harbor, NH. We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday - no nights, no weekends. This full-time opportunity offers a benefits package and competitive pay.