Dental Assistant PRN

Community Health Centers, Inc.; Apopka (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health center in Florida is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide essential support in dental care. The role involves preparing patients, assisting with treatments, and maintaining high standards of patient care. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant dental assistant qualifications, and a positive attitude towards patient interactions. Flexibility and a valid Florida driver's license are required.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Dental Assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program required.
• Must obtain EFDA certification within 9 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in screening and preparing patients for treatment.
• Help dentist during procedures and educate patients.
• Process instruments and take radiographs.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant diploma or certificate

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate (EFDA)

Tools

Computer software proficiency

Electronic health record system

Job description

A career at Community Health Centers offers a unique opportunity to join a team that makes a real impact in our community every day, by improving individuals' health while enhancing their quality of life.

Top Reasons to Work at Community Health Centers:

• No weekends for the majority of our centers, 10 Paid Holidays and early Fridays
• A great benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, and more.
• Competitive compensation with advancement opportunities and tuition / training reimbursement.
• Awarded "Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation" in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
• Awarded "Top 100 Workplaces for Growing Families" by Orlando Sentinel.
• Modernized and attractive health centers, that patients love.

Job Summary:

Responsible for dental assisting duties listed in Florida Statutes 466 and Administrative Rules 64B-5, screening and preparing patients for treatment; assisting dentist in treating patients; educating patients; processing instruments; taking and developing radiographs.

This role is PRN meaning up to 29 hours in a week.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Dental Assistant diploma or certificate of completion from an accredited school or training program including dental radiology required.
• Successful completion of Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate (EFDA) within 9 months from date of hire.

Experience:

• 2 years' experience in a dental setting preferred.
• Must have the ability to effectively use computer software and an electronic health record system.

Certification/Licensure:

• Current/valid Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate (EFDA) within 9 months from date of hire required.
• Current/valid BLS certification within 30 days from date of hire.

Special skills:

• Ability to stay positive in stressful situations.
• Ability to deal professionally with unhappy, fearful patients.

Other requirements:

• Able to work flexible hours and sites as needed.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's license.