ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers is hiring: Dental Assistant in Honolulu

Dental Assistant – ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers is a national network of dental implant centers founded in 2005, delivering innovative implant care across the United States. We aim to improve patients' health, smiles, and confidence. Position Summary The Dental Assist – Prosthodontist Assist works under a dentist’s supervision to prepare equipment, ready patients, and assist during procedures. Additional tasks include suturing, x‑ray processing, take oral impressions for crowns, and supporting various dental specialties. Responsibilities Work under the direct supervision of the Prosthodontist. Perform a variety of patient‑care, office, and laboratory duties, including chair‑side assistance while dentists examine and treat patients. Ensure patient comfort, prepare them for treatment, and obtain dental records. Hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices. Sterilize and disinfect instruments, prepare trays, and instruct patients on postoperative care. Prepare materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x‑rays, and process x‑ray film as directed by a dentist. Assist with radiological procedures as directed by the dentist. Perform office duties: scheduling appointments, receiving patients, maintaining records, sending bills, collecting payments, and ordering supplies. Assist in specialty areas such as oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics (including implantology). Support the hygienist with cleaning trays, room setups, and clean‑ups. Help track inventory of prosthetic supplies and keep the storage closet organized. Support radiographic needs of Patient Education Consultants, Oral Surgeon, and Hygienists. Working Conditions Dental assistants work in a well‑lit, clean environment. The work area is usually near the dental chair to allow rapid access to instruments and materials. Assistants must wear gloves, masks, eyewear, and protective clothing to safeguard themselves and patients from infectious diseases. Follow safety procedures to minimize risks associated with x‑ray machines. Experience Certified as a Dental Assistant by the A.D.A. Two years of Dental Assistant experience. Dental implant experience desired. Reliable, team‑working, fast‑paced, and strong manual dexterity. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Physical Requirements Work in an office environment at own and others’ desks. Walk the floor, sometimes for extended periods, and help wherever needed. Lift or move up to 50 pounds. Stand for extended periods. Keep hand and arm steady while moving arm or holding hand. Manipulate small objects with precise finger coordination. Quickly and repeatedly adjust machine controls. Bend, stretch, twist, and reach with arms, legs, and body. Possess good multi‑limb coordination and trunk strength. Shift between activities or data sources as required. Compensation and Benefits Hourly rate: $30–$35. Full benefits package includes medical, Rx, dental, vision, retirement plan (401‑k), flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability, employee assistance program. Additional voluntary benefits: life, AD&D, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, pet insurance. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Hospitals & Health Care Industries Location: Kaneohe, HI #J-18808-Ljbffr