Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Office Tallahassee - Tallahassee, FL

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Tallahassee, FL

Job Description

General dental practice is looking for a Dental Assistant. Our practice strives to provide superior patient care, hospitality and a valued patient experience. We are looking for a team member who wants to grow both professionally and personally. Pay rate will vary based on experience.
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
Fabricating temporary crowns
Clinical charting and note taking
Take radiographs, including FMX, Panorex and anterior PA’s.
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 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
Skilled in the use of standard dental office equipment including: Autoclave, X-ray machine - Panoramic X-ray, ultrasonic, Oxygen, Intra Oral camera, Vacu-press, and hand pieces.
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma
Must have Expanded Function and Radiology Certification

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

401K Retirement fund
Health Insurance
Holidays & Vacation Time

Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Dental Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Dentrix: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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