Dental Assistant - Serenity Grove Dental - Sarasota, FL

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Sarasota, FL

Job Description

Serenity Grove Dental, a brand-new dental practice located in Wellington, FL, is excited to open its doors in January 2025! We are seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and compassionate dental assistant to join our team. Integrity is at the heart of what we do, so we value team members who are honest and committed to excellence. At Serenity Grove Dental, we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment for both our patients and team members. Our mission is to serve the community through outstanding patient care and meaningful partnerships with local businesses.
Position Summary:
Seeking a skilled dental assistant to join our modern, digitally equipped general dentistry practice. The ideal candidate will be technologically proficient and support all aspects of patient care while utilizing our state-of-the-art digital systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Ensure quality patient service by providing thorough patient care, effective communication, and personal attention in a gentle, caring manner.
· Prepare the treatment rooms, patient records, equipment and necessary instruments for dental procedures in accordance with universal safety precautions and other safety standards.
· Provide chairside assistance to the Dentist including but not limited to basic and complex restorative, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, emergency and preventive dental treatment procedures.
· Take dental impressions.
· Record accurate and concise patient/treatment information and clinical notes into dental programs as instructed by Dentist.
· Explain to each patient the purpose and process involved in their dental care and reinforce the treatment plan prescribed by the Dentist.
· Explain consents in detail, answer patient questions and obtain patient signatures.
· Expose quality radiographs; date and label properly.
· Perform various laboratory procedures (pouring study models, fabricating bleaching trays, etc.)
· Maintain treatment and sterilization areas clean and organized
· Support business goals by utilizing schedules effectively and supporting the practice revenue objectives.
· Effectively communicate and develop a strong working relationship with the Dentist and promote teamwork through cooperative and professional behaviors.
· Follow OSHA and CDC Guidelines for a clean workplace.
· Maintain dental equipment in proper working order.
· Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
· Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
· Responsible for stocking treatment areas.
· Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
· Conduct work in compliance with Federal, State, and other regulations, (i.e. OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.) and clinic policies and practices.
· Other duties may be assigned.
Required Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Current Dental Assistant certification/license as required by state
· Digital radiography certification
· CPR/BLS certification
· Fluent communication both verbal and written: English and Spanish
· Proficiency in dental software and digital imaging systems
· Experience with electronic health records
· Strong computer skills
· Excellent communication abilities
· Team-oriented mindset
· Ability to adapt to new technology
· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Customer Service Skills:
· Patient-focused approach
· Conflict resolution abilities
· Clear communication style
· Empathetic attitude
· Ability to handle difficult situations
· Strong interpersonal skills
Work Schedule
· Tuesday - Friday
· Occasional Saturday coverage
· Some evening hours may be required
Benefits Package:
· Competitive hourly rate based on experience
· Dental coverage
· Holiday pay
· Professional development opportunities
· Volunteering opportunities
Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:

Employee discount
Free parking
On-the-job training
Paid orientation
Uniform allowance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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