What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Pediatric Dental Assistant position at Sunkidz Pediatric Dentistry?
Are you looking for a fun place to work? We are a Pediatric Dental Office in North Miami, looking to hire a bright and energetic Pediatric Dental Assistant who is friendly and enjoys working with children. Must enjoy working in a fast paced environment and be a Team Player with excellent communication skills. Candidate must speak good English. Spanish or Creole is a big plus. Are you a self starter, motivated, dependable and have a fun personality for kids? If so, this may be the place for you! Salary will be based upon experience. We give raises when earned and we are a fair workplace.
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: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23