Dental Assistant - CDA - Oakland Park, FL

WE NEED A DENTAL ASSISTANT TO JOIN OUR DENTAL FAMILY!!!
If you are looking to join a TERRIFIC team of dental professionals committed to providing best in class dental care to AMAZING patients--- look no further. We want to hear from you!
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. The dental assistant should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Dental Assistant Responsibilities

Welcome patients in the dental office
Prepare patients 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
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Monitor and order supplies as needed
Mentor less experienced dental assistants
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

Dental Assistant Skills

Minimum of one year proven experience as dental assistant
Valid Radiography and CPR Certification
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
Experience passing to a left handed doctor is a major plus
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift

Experience:

Packing cord: 1 year (Required)
Making temporary crowns: 1 year (Required)
Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Oakland Park, FL 33334 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Oakland Park, FL 33334: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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