Certified Dental Assistant - Brandon Complete Dental Care

Job Details

Full-time$15 - $21 an hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule
401(k)

Qualifications

X-Ray Certification
Computer skills
Communication skills
Dental assisting
Certified Dental Assistant
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

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. Dental assistants 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.

Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers 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
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

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Flexible schedule

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

Brandon, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

Are you willing to work until 7:00 pm

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location