DENTAL ASSISTANT

Guardian Dentistry; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus-based pay

Paid Vacation

401k with matching

Health, dental, and vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry in Orange Park is hiring a Dental Assistant. You will prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and assist dentists during procedures, including taking X-rays and handling lab tasks. You’ll greet patients, schedule appointments and provide oral hygiene guidance.

A certified dental assistant program and radiographic certification are required, with polishing bonus if qualified. We offer a competitive hourly rate plus bonuses, 401k with matching, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program is required.
• Radiographic certification is required.
• Coronal Polishing is a plus but not required.
• 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and ensure equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process dental X-rays and perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments and advise on oral hygiene.
• Maintain patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiographic certification

X-ray machine operation

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Certified dental assistant training program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

## DENTAL ASSISTANTApplylocations: Pembroke Pines, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR103254**Location:**Orange Park - Village Square Dental**Job Responsibilities:*** Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists* Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms* Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants* Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs* Taking and processing X-rays of patients* Perform lab tasks as instructed* Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments* Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene* Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures* Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions* Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice**Qualifications:*** Education: Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required. Radiographic certification required. Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.* Skills and Experience: 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required.* Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients* Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients* A positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients.**Compensation & Benefits:*** Competitive rate per hour + lucrative monthly bonuses!* Paid Vacation & Holidays* 401k Program: with matching contributions* Benefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision plan* Life Insurance and Disability Insurance* Flexible Schedules* Employee Assistance Program**FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.