Orthodontic Assistant

Dental Care Alliance; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Support for continuing education and专业

Modern office with advanced dental技

Job summary

Advanced Dental Care of Shady Road in Ocala, FL is seeking an Orthodontic Assistant to support our clinical team and provide high-quality patient care in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate has prior dental assisting experience, a one-year certified program or equivalent, and relevant certifications (X-Ray; Nitrous Oxide preferred). The office offers comprehensive benefits, modern technology, and opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• Six months on-the-job experience (with supporting documentation).
• X-Ray certification.
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient care

Infection control

CPR

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

Six months on-the-job experience

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Advanced Dental Care of Shady Road is looking for a OrthodonticAssistantin Ocala, FLto assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Position Overview:As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer:

• Flexible scheduling options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program

or

• Six months on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation)
• X-Ray certification
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended
• High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

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