DENTAL ASSISTANT

Job description

If you are ambitious and are looking to work in the most exclusive and prestigious area of South Florida, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for you. Our office is located in Palm Beach Island not far from the Breakers. We are looking for a qualified, competent, and experienced Dental Assistant to perform services in one of the most high-end quality practices in town. The Dental Assistants at the forefront of patient care and services at Palm Beach Dental Specialists. The ideal candidate in this position must have : excellent time management must be confident, be a great communicator, and of course, maintain a positive attitude. Must have dental experience. Knowledge of Open Dental is a plus.

JOB DUTIES :

Set up rooms for all operative procedures

Turn over the room inefficient manner.

Seat patients and obtain consent.

Stock / restock room with instruments prior to each procedure.

After each patient, sterilize operatory and instrumentation according to OSHA / CDC standards.

Be aware of schedule changes, and other procedures progress in order to prioritize actions.

Utilize office equipment by taking and scanning films

Assist hygienists by charting with accuracy and speed.

Assist Dentist during dental treatment procedures.

Able to send cases to dental labs, properly enter into the software with accurate return date giving enough time for a proper turnaround.

Maintain CPR Certificate.

Perform all other duties as requested by Practice Administrator or Dentist

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

High School Diploma

Graduate of the dental assistant program or on the job training

X-ray certification

Active CPR Certificate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

3 Years professional experience

Surgical experience preferred but not required

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS :

Job Type : Part- time Monday, Tuesday and Thursday's

Salary : $18.00 -$20.00 per hour

Benefits :

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule :

Experience :

License / Certification :

Work Location : One location

Employment Type : Full Time

Salary : $18 - $21 Annual

Bonus / Commission : No

Salary : $18 - $21