Part Time Dental Assistant @ Advanced Dental Care of Longwood

Dental Care Alliance; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental practice as a Part Time Dental Assistant! In this vital role, you'll support our dedicated team in delivering exceptional dental care and creating positive patient experiences. With a focus on teamwork, you will assist in various procedures, educate patients, and maintain a safe environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with the latest dental technology while contributing to our mission of enhancing smiles in the community. If you have a passion for patient care and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to apply and be part of our caring team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant with knowledge in implants.
• Must possess X-ray & EFDA license in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist in dental procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and maintain patient records.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Patient Care

Infection Control

X-ray Procedures

Emergency Management

Education

X-ray & EFDA license in FL

Tools

Dental Equipment

Radiographic Equipment

Job description

Overview

We are actively seeking an experienced Part Time Dental Assistant to join our growing team! As a Dental Assistant, you are an integral part of the care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to provide 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 with placing implants and treatment planning to be considered. We have the latest technology at our office: from lasers & scanners. The hours/schedule will be: Thurs & Fridays 8:00-5:00.

Responsibilities

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
• Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• X-ray & EFDA license in FL.
• Experience working as a Dental Assistant (min 3 years); must have knowledge in implants & treatment planning.