Dental Assistant- Deland

Coast Dental; DeLand (FL); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Paycom - ATS in Florida is seeking a qualified Dental Assistant to support dentists, manage back-office duties, and educate patients on treatment plans. You will assist with procedures, maintain operatories, and help with insurance explanations.

Required EFDA certification and/or Radiography certification; Florida RDA/CDA license options apply. Candidates should be able to work in a high-volume practice while upholding HIPAA and OSHA standards.

Formación

• Active EFDA certification or Florida RDA/CDA license is required or obtained within stated period.
• Minimum 1 year dental experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and infection control standards.
• Strong customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain dental procedures and insurance options to patients.

Responsabilidades

• Assist dentist in clinical procedures and treatments.
• Maintain operatories and ensure proper inventory and stock.
• Prepare radiographs and maintain radiography equipment per guidelines.
• Document medical histories and signed consent forms.
• Explain treatment plans and financial options to patients.
• Adhere to HIPAA and OSHA regulations; attend meetings and huddles.

Conocimientos

EFDA certification

Radiography certification

Strong customer service

Verbal communication

High-volume environment

Educación

Active EFDA certification

RDA license or CDA certificate (pre-2009)

Descripción del empleo

Job Purpose:Assist dentist in providing dental treatment, care and education to patients. Must possess strong knowledge and skill of clinical needs, and working knowledge of back office dental procedures and dental administrative functions. Must have Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification upon hire or within ninety (90) days after hire.Duties and Responsibilities:Awareness of delegable duties and functions allowed to be performed by dental assistant.Assist in clinical procedures and treatments.Learn and comply with Coast's administrative procedures.Learn and comply with OSHA laws and safety guidelines.Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).Learn and comply with state and Federal infection control standards in the dental office and operatories, including but not Iimited to: wearing protective barriers such as gloves, scrubs, and eye wear; disinfecting and steriIizing instruments and treatment areas; and disposing properly of contaminated or bio-hazardous waste/materials.Insure review and completion of documentation, including but not limited to: accurate and current medical history, medical alerts, and signed Consent forms.Document/chart all dental procedures performed during each patient visit according to dentist's instructions and legal requirements.Welcome and escort patient in reception to and from the treatment areas. Schedule appointments and assist in appointment confirmation calls.Effectively provide dental education and information to insure patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment.Effectively present to patient in professional and confidential manner dental treatment plan and proposed plan for continuing treatments.Understand and explain insurance benefits and financial options to patients in nonclinical terms.Ensure operatories are appropriately equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.Maintain equipment protocols, including but not limited to: clean evacuation system, lubricate and maintain dental hand pieces, clean and maintain radiograph processors, monitor and clean equipment, clean dental lab plaster traps and maintain clean office environment.Notify Office Manager of equipment failure or general safety concerns.Assist with laboratory duties as necessary.Recognize signs of a dental emergency, and insure proper and timely response and notification to patient, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.Understand and agree to maintain production standards.Effectively utilize and maintain a system of contact for patient follow-up/re-care.Maintain professional working environment within office team.Attend and participate in morning huddles and regular office meetings.Adhere to uniform attire and basic personal hygiene standards per Company policy.Attend continuing education and training seminars as scheduled.Understand and abide by HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality.All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Additional Responsibilities:Retain license (Registered, CDA or EFDA) and demonstrate proficiency to perform expanded dental assistant functions according to state guidelines and limitations.Active Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification.Or if assisting in Florida, a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate obtained prior to May 2009, according to state guidelines and limitations.Radiography Iicensure.Minimum of one-year dental experience preferred.Excellent customer services skills and verbal communication skills.Ability to work in high volume environment.