Dental Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Support for continuing education and专业

Job summary

Advanced Dental of South Florida in Delray Beach is seeking a Surgical Dental Assistant to support the clinical team, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.

Applicants should have a 1-year certified dental assistant program or 6 months on-the-job experience, plus X-Ray certification. Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended; CPR, OSHA and HIPAA training are expected by law. Competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or six months on-the-job experience
• X-Ray certification is required; Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended
• CPR certification is preferred and ongoing training is expected by law

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).
• Assist dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency directory.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program

Six months on-the-job-experience with supporting documentation

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Advanced Dental of South Florida is looking for a Surgical Dental Assistantin Delray Beachto assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Position Overview:As a Sugical Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

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.

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.