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Toothio

Dental Assistant

Toothio, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Toothio will send you available Registered Dental Assistant shifts in your area directly to your phone and you can decide to accept and work the shift. Once you work the shift we will pay you as soon as you are done.

We are looking for Registered Dental Assistants with 1+ years of experience, that are looking to set their own schedule and only work when it works for them.

What is Toothio? Toothio is a technology platform that connects Dental professionals with Dental offices that need to fill gaps in their schedule.

Dental offices gain access to high quality dental professionals, on-demand, while dental professionals can pick up work that fits their schedules.

Why work through Toothio?

Competitive pay based on market rates

Work ONLY when you WANT

No penalty for not working shifts

Same day pay

We are looking for a competent registered dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Registered dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office

Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort

Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed

Sterilize instruments according to regulations

Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry

Undertake lab tasks as instructed

Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

Schedule appointments

Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

Proven experience as a registered dental assistant

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Understanding of health & safety regulations

Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Attention to detail

Well-organized and reliable

High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Schedule

Choose your own hours

Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role. Dental Hygiene license required. In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA). Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment. Outstanding communication skills. A patient and friendly personality. Attention to detail. Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job. Diploma in Dental Hygiene (preferred).

Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Temporary

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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