Job Description

For over thirty years, White Family Dental has been the caring dentist for the families of the Susquehanna Valley. We know that our teeth are important, but the person attached to those teeth is our main focus. And so the goal is to help you live a happier, healthier and more comfortable life with a beautiful smile. We do that by caring for the whole person. That’s why we have patients who return to Lancaster County for their dental care even after moving away from Central Pennsylvania. We, as a team of committed professionals, feel our purpose is: to help patients and ourselves achieve the highest level of well-being that is personally appropriate, provide excellent services in preventative and comprehensive dentistry to our patients, and share our knowledge with our patients and each other and to maintain our skills at the optimum level. We are a busy, multi-doctor, high tech dental office looking for full-time experienced dental assistants, hygienists and EFDAs. If you have excellent patient skills and enjoy being a team player, please contact us to join our team!

To learn more about our office, check out our website here: https://www.whitefamilydental.com/about-us/our-shared-mission/

Dental Assistants are an integral member of our team and help foster our clinically led culture. From being the doctor’s right hand, to having the ability to connect with patients, and striving to provide the best patient experience, Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice. By joining our team, you will have:

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health and Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
Paid Scrub Allowance
Career Growth and Development Opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures while helping patients feel comfortable

Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment

Take dental radiographs (x-rays)

Manage infection control by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment

Provide patients with follow-up instructions following all dental treatment procedures

Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health

Qualifications

Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify

X-ray certification where state regulations specify

Additional information

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, sitting, leaning, and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry, transport, and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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