Expanded Functions Dental Assistant | Radiography Certified

Coast Dental; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Dental is seeking an experienced dental assistant to support dentists in patient care and education. The role requires knowledge of back office procedures, infection control, and proper documentation.

Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification are required upon hire or within 90 days. Responsibilities include assisting in clinical procedures, maintaining records, scheduling patient appointments, and ensuring compliant operation of equipment and supplies in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active EFDA certification required.
• Florida RDA license or CDA certificate obtained prior to May 2009.
• Radiography certification required.
• Minimum one year dental experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clinical procedures and treatments.
• Learn and comply with Coast's administrative procedures.
• Maintain MSDS and infection control standards.
• Document and chart dental procedures as instructed.
• Schedule appointments and assist in confirmations.
• Explain dental treatments and insurance options to patients.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are stocked and maintained.

Skills

EFDA certification

Customer service

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

EFDA certification

RDA license (Florida)

CDA certificate (Florida)

Tools

Radiography license

Job description

Coast Dental is seeking an experienced dental assistant to support dentists in patient care and education. The role requires knowledge of back office procedures, infection control, and proper documentation.

Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification are required upon hire or within 90 days. Responsibilities include assisting in clinical procedures, maintaining records, scheduling patient appointments, and ensuring compliant operation of equipment and supplies in a fast-paced