What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant @ Main Street Children's Dentistry of Palmetto Bay position at Dental Care Alliance?
Dental Assistant @ Main Street Children's Dentistry of Palmetto Bay
Job ID
2025-30069
# of Openings
1
Job Locations
US-FL-Palmetto Bay
Type
Full-Time
Category
Dental Assistant
Location : Location
US-FL-Palmetto Bay
Job Post Information* : Posted Date
3/13/2025
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Dental Care Alliance
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
www.dentalcarealliance.net
Location : Postal Code
33176
Location : Address
8805 SW 144th St.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
or
- Six months on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation)
- X-Ray certification
- Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended
- High school diploma or equivalent
Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.
Legal Disclaimer:
We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.
The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
- Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
- Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
