Dental Assistant

AJMO Dental PA; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Insurance

401(k)

Vacation & wellness days

Uniform allowance

Dental care

Team lunches

Team events

Job summary

Jupiter Dentistry is seeking a highly skilled Dental Assistant to join our growing practice, which specializes in general, cosmetic, reconstruction, and implant dentistry. You will sterilize instruments, prepare rooms, assist the dentist, take vitals, and handle receptionist duties.

You will educate patients on treatments and aftercare, maintain HIPAA records, ensure infection control, and assist with lab tasks such as pouring models and temporary crowns.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with dental practice management systems.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality.
• Familiarity with dental terminology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Preparation: Sterilizing instruments, setting up treatment rooms, ensuring equipment is ready.
• Assisting the Dentist: Handing instruments, suction, and support during procedures.
• Patient Care: Taking vitals, recording medical history and dental charting.
• Dental Receptionist Duties: Scheduling, phone calls, and patient records.
• Patient Education: Explaining treatments and post-care instructions.
• Compliance: Maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.
• Infection Control: Following strict protocols for a safe environment.
• Laboratory Support: Assisting with models, temporary crowns, and lab cases.

Skills

Dental practice mgmt systems

HIPAA compliance

Dental terminology

Communication skills

Vital signs & medical history

Dental anatomy & procedures

Infection control protocols

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for a motivated team member to join our well-established and growing practice specializing in General, Cosmetic, Reconstruction, and Implant Dentistry.

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our professional team. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of dental patients, look no further!

Position Overview:

• Preparation: Sterilizing instruments, setting up treatment rooms, and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for dental procedures.
• Assisting the Dentist: Handing instruments, suctioning, and providing support during dental procedures.
• Patient Care: Taking and recording vital signs, medical history, and dental charting.
• Dental Receptionist Duties: Scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and managing patient records as needed.
• Patient Education: Educating patients on dental treatments, proper oral hygiene techniques, and post-treatment care instructions.
• Compliance: Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Infection Control: Adhering to strict infection control protocols to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Laboratory Support: Assisting with tasks like pouring models, fabricating temporary crowns, and managing lab cases.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in dental practice management systems.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Familiarity with dental terminology and medical terminology.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients and team members.
• Ability to take accurate vital signs and maintain detailed medical history.
• Knowledge of dental anatomy and procedures.
• Understanding of infection control protocols and safety measures.

Why Choose Jupiter Dentistry?

• Competitive pay and generous bonus system.
• Health Insurance and 401(k) options.
• Vacation & wellness days.
• Uniform allowance and dental care.
• Team lunches and team events.
• Access to state-of-the- }