Ortho Dental Assistant

HAMLIN FAMILY DENTISTRY INC; Horizon West (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

HAMLIN FAMILY DENTISTRY INC in Horizon West, Florida seeks a Dental Assistant to provide exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include preparing instruments, taking dental x-rays, assisting the dentist during procedures, and maintaining patient records.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, complete a dental assisting program, possess current certification in radiography, and be proficient in dental software. Join us to help create healthy smiles for our patients while enjoying benefits like paid time off and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program is a must.
• Current certification in dental radiography needed.
• Proficiency in using dental software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental x-rays.
• Perform patient assessments and record medical history.
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology

Ability to maintain strict infection control protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited dental assisting program

Current certification in dental radiography

Tools

Eaglesoft

Dentrix

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Assist the Orthodontist

• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take and develop dental x-rays
• Perform patient assessments and record medical history
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Educate patients on oral hygiene

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program
• Current certification in dental radiography
• Proficiency in using dental software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix
• Strong knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict infection control protocols

Preferred Skills

• Experience with digital imaging systems
• Familiarity with dental office management software
• Knowledge of dental insurance billing procedures

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Dental Assistant and contribute to creating healthy smiles for our patients.