Expanded Functions Dental Assistant – Growth & Benefits

PDS Health; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

PDS Health in Gibsonton, FL is hiring a Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care and procedures. You will prepare trays, assist during treatments, and help maintain a clean, sterile environment.

Responsibilities include collecting patient history, reviewing health records, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Compelling benefits and a collaborative team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; state-mandated certification/licensure/registration requirements.
• Associate degree or certificate from an accredited college or technical school, or equivalent.
• Experience matching state requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties per the applicable state Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Assist in achieving the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on optimal treatment with urgency.
• Attend to the patient’s individual concerns and expectations.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment; prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors.
• Obtain dental history/records, review health history, and document notes on treatment records.
• Prepare tray setups, present instruments, keep mouths dry, and sterilize/disinfect instruments and operatory.
• Escort patients to/from front desk and coordinate with Continuing Care Clerk; ensure supplies are adequate.
• Comply with state and federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.) and company policies.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient care

Team interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate from accredited college or technical school

Job description

PDS Health in Gibsonton, FL is hiring a Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care and procedures. You will prepare trays, assist during treatments, and help maintain a clean, sterile environment.

Responsibilities include collecting patient history, reviewing health records, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Compelling benefits and a collaborative team environment are offered.