Experienced Dental Assistant

Guardian Dentistry Partners; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with matching

Health, dental, vision plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible schedules

Possible 3 day work with FT benefits

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry Partners is seeking a Dental Assistant for Coral Springs Dental Center. The ideal candidate will assist dentists during procedures, maintain sterile rooms, and support patient care with empathy and clear communication.

We value professionalism, reliability, and a willingness to work long shifts and Saturdays. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Dental Assisting experience preferred.
• Outstanding professionalism and a self-motivated work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with patients and teammates.
• Willingness to work long shifts and Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring equipment is ready for dentists.
• Knowledge of anatomy of the mouth and dental terms.
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants.
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients.
• Perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greeting patients and scheduling appointments.
• Advising patients on oral hygiene and aftercare instructions.
• Maintaining patient records and assisting with payments.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Long shifts/Saturdays

Job description

Location:

Coral Springs Dental Center

Our Dental Assistants deliver “Best in Class” care to every patient, every day. The ideal candidate for this position is an individual that has a high level of empathy, patience, quick thinking, and a willingness to want to help others. The Dental Assistant “assists” our Dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you are an experienced Dental Assistant, or you are motivated to learn more about the dental industry we would like to tell you more.

Dental Assisting Job Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
• Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
• Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
• Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
• Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients
• Long shift availability and Saturdays as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate $23-$26 based on experience
• Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
• 401k Program: with matching contributions
• Benefits: (offered at 30 hours or more)
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Schedules, possible 3 day work with and FT benefits

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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