- Permanent Dental Assistant Job
- Plantation, FL
Job Description
Description:
Become a part of our team approach to providing excellence in comprehensive dental care with a focus on quality, service and patient satisfaction. We are seeking a team player to help the overall success and growth of our practice.
The Smile Care Dental Assistant is responsible for:
The Dental Assistant will be responsible for general clinic administrative work and maintenance, as well as completing lab work under the direction of the dentist. The Dental Assistantâs primary responsibility is to prepare the examination rooms for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the dentist. They also assist the dentist during their procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment. The Dental Assistant may also be responsible for greeting patients as they arrive, submitting billing details to the insurance company and scheduling the patientâs next appointment before they leave the clinic.
Responsibilities:
Update and maintain clientâs dental records
Perform routine dental cleanings and assist the dentist with complex dental procedures
Take and process X-rays of patients
Schedule patient appointments
Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene
Sterilization and some lab duties
Keep dental room cleaned and stocked
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Maintain accurate patient records
Benefits:
Paid Holidays
Paid time off
Full Time / Hourly Pay: $
Requirements:
Skills & Qualifications:
Dedicated to excellent customer service
Self-Motivated
Radiology certification required
CDA helpful but not mandatory
Understanding of health and safety regulations
Ability to perform non-surgical tasks
Computer skills
Well organized â reliable
Knowledge of dental instruments
Prior experience administering dental X-rays
2+ years chairside experience in a private dental practice (Required)
Bilingual is a plus
Education:
2-year Degree in dental assistant
High School diploma or GED required
