Dental Assistant – University Clinic | EHR & Radiology

Nova; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University seeks a Dental Assistant to provide hands-on support to students, residents, and faculty in designated clinics. This role prepares patients for treatments, sets up operatories, and may sterilize instruments.

The position requires a high school diploma or AA Dental Assisting Program, 1–2 years of dental office experience, knowledge of infection control and HIPAA, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of AA Dental Assisting Program preferred.
• Experience in dental office settings preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provides chairside assistance for students, residents, and faculty.
• Prepares operatories, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Takes and processes digital x-rays and impressions.
• Maintains infection control protocols per OSHA standards.
• Records patient information in electronic health records.
• Monitors inventory of dental supplies.
• Assists with sedation procedures when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 seeks a Dental Assistant to provide hands-on support to students, residents, and faculty in designated clinics. This role prepares patients for treatments, sets up operatories, and may sterilize instruments.

The position requires a high school diploma or AA Dental Assisting Program, 1–2 years of dental office experience, knowledge of infection control and HIPAA, and strong organizational and communication skills.