Dental Assistant

Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

9 holidays

Health benefits

Company pension

Bonuses

Job summary

Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida seeks a dependable Dental Assistant to support dentists clinically and clerically, with on-the-job training to progress to Dental Assistant II. The role emphasizes chairside support, front desk tasks, and accurate record-keeping.

Candidates should have a Dental Assisting credential (or equivalent) and a high school diploma, with CPR and bilingual English/Spanish preferred. The practice offers generous PTO, holidays, health benefits, pension, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Graduated from a Dental Assisting Program.
• 1 year of four-handed chairside dental assisting preferred.
• Willing to progress to Dental Assistant II through formal education.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; CPR certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology; good customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists with all clinical and clerical procedures.
• Assist at chair side and front desk duties.
• Take and record patient vital signs and medical history.
• Prepare patients for dental exams and radiographs.
• Maintain instrument trays and operatory; ensure infection control.
• Utilize electronic health record system to document patient information.

Skills

Good manual dexterity

Chairside and office competencies

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer relations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Dental Assisting Program

Tools

Electronic dental records system

Job description

Description

We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to provide Dental care to our patients. Outstanding compensation including generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more!

Description

We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to provide Dental care to our patients. Outstanding compensation including generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more!

Position Description

Performs under the direct supervision of the dentist. No independent judgment is exercised and emphasis is placed on instruction and training. Employee must demonstrate a willingness to progress to a Dental Assistant II with on the job training and formalized Dental Education. Adheres to Corporate Compliance program, by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violation of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.

Detailed Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist Dentists with all clinical and clerical procedures.
• Assists with all front desk duties.
• Assist Dentist at chair side.
• Take and record patient blood pressure, pulse, respiration, case history and oral temperature.
• Understand all OSHA requirements for infection control procedures.
• Answer telephone and schedule appointments. Study for radiology certification course.
• Prepare patients for dental exam, including taking dental and medical history and charting.
• Take, develop, mount and file dental radiographs and other forms with supervision.
• Prepare instrument trays and operatories. Retrieve records from medical records department, completing encounter dailies.
• Perform autoclave monitoring system monthly with accurate log and log of MSDS sheets.
• Completes Dental Assistant skills checklist annually.
• Utilizes electronic oral health record system to enter, retrieve and document patient information accurately and efficiently.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent training and experience.
• Graduated from a Dental Assisting Program
• 1 year of 4 handed chairside dental assisting skills preferred
• Must be willing to progress to Dental Assistant II through formal education.

Special Requirements

• Bilingual skills English/Spanish preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Some knowledge of dental terminology preferred.
• Good customer relations and professional appearance.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Good manual and finger dexterity.
• Chair side and office competencies must be satisfied after 6-months in position.
• Working knowledge of dental records and electronic oral health record system.