Borinquen Medical Centers is based in Miami,Florida and is seeking to hire a full-time Dental Assistant to join our team. The dental assistant will assists Dentist and Hygienist with a variety of dental services and examinations. You will possess specialized skills in understanding dental services and procedures as well as medical communication.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Works chair side as dentists examine and treat patients.
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Prepares and arranges needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
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Makes patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair, prepare them for treatment, and obtain their dental records.
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Hands instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.
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Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral healthcare.
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Prepares materials for impressions and restorations, take dental x rays, and process x-ray film as directed by a dentist.
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Maintains dental supplies inventory, and ordering and receiving dental supplies.
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Performs a variety of office management tasks.
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Schedule dental appointments according to template.
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Responsible for making sure all payments are taken and pre-authorization are checked before any procedure are rendered.
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Maintain organized,clean, efficient and confidential work area.
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Support staff in assigned project based work.
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Use of Farm/Dentrix/Athena/Outlook.
REQUIREMENTS
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Dental Assistant Technical Education from an accredited program.
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At least 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
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X-ray certification.
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CPR Certification
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Knowledge of office policies and procedures; Knowledge of safety procedures and HIPAA patient confidentiality requirements.
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Basic Computer Skills.
BENEFITS
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Medical/Dental/Vision/Short Term Disability
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Company paid long term disability
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Life insurance
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401K Plan
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Standard Paid Holiday's
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Vacation and Sick Time
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Amazing Team & Atmosphere
