Dental Assistant – Academic Clinic & X-Ray Support

Nova; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University in Florida seeks a Dental Assistant to support students, residents, and faculty in the clinic, preparing operatories and processing digital x-rays. The role upholds infection control standards and assists with patient records and inventory, with an hourly pay basis and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalency, plus preferred AA Dental Assisting training or related experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• AA Dental Assisting Program preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in dental assisting and clinical support is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provides chairside assistance for students, residents, and faculty in designated clinics.
• Plans the set-up of operatories, instruments and materials per procedures.
• Takes and processes digital x-rays and dental impressions.
• Maintains infection control protocols per OSHA requirements.
• Enters patient information into electronic health records.
• Monitors inventory of dental supplies and equipment.

Skills

Service Orientation

Complex Problem Solving

Judgment and Decision Making

Time Management

Active Listening

Speaking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AA Dental Assisting Program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Nova Southwestern University in Florida seeks a Dental Assistant to support students, residents, and faculty in the clinic, preparing operatories and processing digital x-rays. The role upholds infection control standards and assists with patient records and inventory, with an hourly pay basis and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or Equivalency, plus preferred AA Dental Assisting training or related experience.