Accelerate Dental
Accelerate Dental is hiring: Dental Assistant in Pocatello
Accelerate Dental, Pocatello, ID, US, 83204
At Yellowstone Dental Associates, we are committed to delivering comprehensive, comfortable dental care to patients of all ages in the Pocatello area. We pride ourselves on using modern technology, maintaining a warm and welcoming environment, and fostering trust between our team and our patients.
We're looking for an energetic, compassionate Dental Assistant who will help us uphold our high standards of care and contribute positively to our team culture.Position Overview
You will partner closely with our dentists and hygienists to provide chair-side support, assist with patient procedures, maintain clinical efficiency and help ensure a smooth patient experience from start to finish.Key Responsibilities
We're looking for an energetic, compassionate Dental Assistant who will help us uphold our high standards of care and contribute positively to our team culture.Position Overview
You will partner closely with our dentists and hygienists to provide chair-side support, assist with patient procedures, maintain clinical efficiency and help ensure a smooth patient experience from start to finish.Key Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for dental procedures
- Assist dentist during procedures (e.g., fillings, crowns, extractions, etc)
- Provide patient support and education on post-operative care and hygiene
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with charting
- Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control protocols
- Ensure the clinical area is clean, organized and fully stocked
- Work with the front-office and clinical team to help scheduling and workflow stay efficient
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (or 3:30 PM depending on scheduling
- Previous experience as a dental assistant preferred (but not mandatory-willingness to learn is valued)
- Comfortable working chair-side, assisting during a variety of dental procedures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage with patients of all ages
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a busy clinical environment
- Team-oriented mindset, with a positive, professional attitude
- Basic knowledge of dental terminology, instruments and infection control preferred
- Commitment to providing compassionate patient care and upholding the practice's mission
- Work in a modern dental office with advanced technology and a supportive, friendly team
- Stable, predictable work schedule aligned with published office hours
- Opportunity to grow professionally and learn new skills in a full-service dental practice
- Be part of a clinic that values patient comfort, high-quality clinical care, and strong team culture