Dental Assistant

Florida-Oral-Maxillofacial-Surgery-1; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Bonus

Referral program

Monthly staff appreciation

Birthday appreciation

Travel to sister offices

Job summary

Florida OMFS is seeking a friendly, team-oriented dental assistant to provide chair-side clinical support. You will assist doctors, manage patient flow, and greet patients with a warm introduction. The role includes taking X-rays, updating treatment plans, and maintaining sterilization and safety protocols.

The position offers a patient-focused environment with health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for growth. If you enjoy helping patients and want a collaborative team, apply today.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; dental assisting certificate and radiology license preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of job experience; oral surgery experience is a plus.
• Bilingual is a plus but not required.
• Background check required.
• A GREAT PERSONALITY!

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support and assist doctors with procedures.
• Manage patient flow and update doctors on patient status.
• Greet patients at reception and introduce staff.
• Take and process X-rays.
• Perform patient hand-offs and update treatment plans.
• Ensure sterilization of equipment and operatory.
• Monitor lab cases and prepare for next day.
• Maintain emergency kits and safety supplies.
• Follow OSHA and HIPAA guidelines; CPR and required certifications.
• Assist with other duties as directed.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Excellent customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED; dental assisting certificate preferred

Job description

Description

Are you looking to leave work and think that was FUN? Then look no further and come join our team at Florida OMFS. We are looking for like-minded people to join our group practice whose vision is creating beautiful smiles while creating lasting impressions and touching patients' hearts.

We are looking for GREAT PERSONALITIES, TEAM PLAYER MENTALITY, and someone with FANTASTIC CUSTOMER SERVICE. If you think you have what it takes, let me tell you what we offer:

• Work Hours 7:45 am-4:30 pm- with a one-hour lunch; Monday-Thursday. On Fridays, we work 7:45-3:00. Rarely would you have to work past these hours. We believe strongly in supporting a healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Health benefits and other benefits paid (working 30 hours weekly)
• 401 (k) with up to 4% matching
• Bonus
• Referral Program
• Monthly staff appreciation
• Appreciation on your birthday
• Would you enjoy traveling to our sister offices? Let us know!

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides superior chair-side clinical support and assistance to doctors, which includes but is not limited to charting, patient education, Operatory set-up, and clean-up.
• Manages the patient flow; redirects efforts to respond to changes, prioritizes the next operating room for the Doctors, and updates the Doctors on the patients’ status.
• Welcomes and greets patients in the reception area and provides a personal introduction, including name and position.
• Takes and processes X-rays.
• Perform patient hand-offs.
• Enters and updates patient treatment plans at the direction of the treating Doctor using the company's operational system.
• Verifies the patient’s clinical service needs were exceeded and takes appropriate action when visits do not meet expectations.
• Escorts the patient to check-out.
• Completes sterilization processes for equipment and Operatory.
• Monitors all laboratory cases and ensures they are ready for the next day’s schedule.
• Maintains emergency kits and first aid supplies, emergency medications, and oxygen tanks.
• Follows maintenance schedules for the processor, autoclave, and compressor weekly.
• Identifies, reports, and follows up on any maintenance issues in the office, including dental equipment and handpieces.
• Follows OSHA regulations and MFSD safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X-rays, and other required certifications and registrations.
• Other responsibilities as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrating a positive attitude in the face of difficult or challenging situations
• Education Level: High School or diploma, or GED. Dental Assisting Certificate and Radiology License preferred.
• Job-Related/Industry Experience: Minimum 1-year job experience. Oral surgery experience is a plus!
• Background check required.
• Bilingual is a plus but not required
• Physical Requirements: Mostly walking, talking, standing, and updating information in computer systems.
• A GREAT PERSONALITY!