- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Orlando, FL
Job Description
Looking to join a well-established and patient care focused dental practice? We are looking for the right candidate to join our incredible team!!
We are seeking an experienced Full-time Dental Assistant to join our well established, state of the art, fast-paced general dentistry practice in Orlando, FL! We focus on providing the highest quality patient care and hope to find an individual who can build rapport easily with patients and co-workers, has great communication, loves to educate patients, and displays a flexible and positive personality.
Our ideal candidate will be an experienced chair-side assistant that flourishes in a fast-paced environment, is eager to grow in their career, and who can learn and adapt quickly. Experience with temporary crowns is a must with additional experience with Itero Scanners and Invisalign a plus! Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years chair side dental assisting experience, with additional years of experience a PLUS.
This is a full-time position working:
Monday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Occasional Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
We offer a fun and collaborative work environment where everyone is treated with respect and like family. Our competitive compensation is based on your experience in addition to a full benefits package including but not limited to paid time off, paid holidays, MONTHLY BONUS OPPORTUNITIES, 401(k), and medical, dental, and vision coverages.
If you feel you maybe a fit, we welcome the opportunity to meet you and encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Provide a welcoming, soothing and customer service focused experience for patients.
Prepare patients for treatment or checkups ensuring their comfort.
Take diagnostic x-rays using standard dental radiographic equipment.
Assist the Dentist with a high level of partnership through four handed dentistry, especially with temporary crowns, root canals and extractions.
Arrive prepared for each day and review patient charts for morning huddle.
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures when needed.
Verify patient health history (basic health review, medications, understanding impact with dentistry) and document appropriately in patientââ¬â¢s chart.
Manage lab cases and schedule patients as needed.
Assist with other office duties as requested or needed
Skills
Knowledge of temporary crown process a must!
Knowledge in Itero Scanning and Invisalign is a plus!
Knowledge of Eaglesoft is welcomed!
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
General understanding of health & safety regulations and the importance it plays in patient and staff safety
Open to cross training to support our teamwork focused office approach.
Effective time management skills and able to support a steady flow in Dr's schedule.
Able to be flexible and multi-task to meet the needs of a busy schedule.
Must have outstanding communication and customer service skills.
Welcoming and patient personality with an ability to build rapport with others easily.
Great attention to detail and follow through.
Dental terminology knowledge and ability to educate patients regarding procedure
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Experience:
Chairside dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Orlando, FL 32803: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
