Dental Assistant Trainee — CE & Growth Opportunities

PDS Health; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CE credits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time off

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Melbourne Smiles Dentistry in Melbourne, FL is offering an entry-level dental assistant role. No prior dental experience is required, and you’ll learn from our team of experienced professionals while gaining valuable hands-on skills.

You will perform basic chairside duties, assist the dentist, learn infection control, radiography, patient education, charting, and regulatory compliance, contributing to a Perfect Patient Experience and to a safe, efficient practice.

Qualifications

• No prior dental experience is required.
• Customer services experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform basic dental assisting functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties under the direct supervision of the licensed dentist
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by learning how to keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
• Learn how to effectively complete proper infection control procedures for both the sterilization and operatory cleaning and disinfection processes to ensure the safety of both patients and team members
• Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures at the direction of the dentist only after the DAT has completed all state requirements regarding radiation safety
• Learn how to prepare for patient care procedures and execute through the process efficiently from preparing the patient, proper procedure tray preparation, providing basic supportive chairside support and ensuring the patient is handed off to the front desk for follow up visit appointment
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist
• Record patient charting and treatment notes in the digital patient chart as directed by the dentist
• Support patient care by presenting treatment record, consents and health history to the dentist prior to patient treatment
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)

Skills

Customer service experience

Job description

Melbourne Smiles Dentistry in Melbourne, FL is offering an entry-level dental assistant role. No prior dental experience is required, and you’ll learn from our team of experienced professionals while gaining valuable hands-on skills.

You will perform basic chairside duties, assist the dentist, learn infection control, radiography, patient education, charting, and regulatory compliance, contributing to a Perfect Patient Experience and to a safe, efficient practice.