Dental Assistant

Pancare of Florida Inc•Malone, FL

9d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

At PanCare of Florida, we're not just shaping smiles; we're transforming lives. As a Dental Assistant, you won't just be another set of hands—you'll be a cornerstone of our patients' care, making sure every visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible. If you're passionate about oral health, love working in a dynamic environment, and are ready to be an essential part of a team that makes a real difference, then we want to meet you!

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Certification of completion of dental assistant training
Skilled in written and oral communication

Nice To Haves

Expanded function certification is highly recommended

Responsibilities

Assists dentist during examination and treatment of patients by performing the following duties:
Provide diagnostic aid, including exposing and developing radiographs, taking and recording medical and dental histories, recording vital signs and taking alginate impressions and pouring study casts
Perform prophylaxis and fluoride treatments on children and deliver oral hygiene instructions to child and parents
Prepare operatory, instruments, and patient for dental treatment
May apply topical anesthesia as recommended/required preparation for dental procedures to be performed by the dentist
Clean and sterilize (or disinfect when appropriate) instruments, equipment, operatories and laboratory as patient flow or procedures dictate
Deliver post-operative instructions to the patient as prescribed by the dentist
Possess a working knowledge of medical emergencies and assist in the management of them
Assist dentist in screening and education programs, including off-site
Assist the front desk staff when necessary to schedule patients, answer phones, and use the computer
Restock operatories, order supplies and maintain inventory control
Maintain dental equipment, autoclave, x-ray equipment and water system at specified intervals