Dental Assistant- Orange City

COAST DENTAL•Orange City, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Assistant assists the dentist in providing dental treatment, care, and education to patients. The role requires strong knowledge and skill in clinical needs, as well as working knowledge of back-office dental procedures and dental administrative functions. An Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification must be held upon hire or obtained within 90 days after hire. The position is full-time and located in Orange City, Florida. The Dental Assistant supports clinical procedures, patient documentation and education, appointment coordination, treatment-plan communication, insurance and financial explanations, operatory readiness, equipment maintenance, and laboratory duties. The role also requires compliance with company procedures, OSHA and infection-control standards, HIPAA, state guidelines, and professional conduct expectations.

Requirements

Active Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, or, when assisting in Florida, a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate obtained before May 2009, according to state guidelines and limitations.
Radiography licensure.
Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification upon hire or within 90 days after hire.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of dental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with clinical procedures and treatments and remain aware of duties and functions that may be delegated to a dental assistant.
Learn and comply with Coast's administrative procedures, OSHA laws, and safety guidelines; maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Follow state and federal infection-control standards, including wearing protective barriers, disinfecting and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas, and properly disposing of contaminated or biohazardous materials.
Review and complete patient documentation, including current medical histories, medical alerts, and signed consent forms.
Document and chart dental procedures performed at each patient visit according to the dentist's instructions and legal requirements.
Welcome and escort patients between reception and treatment areas; schedule appointments and assist with confirmation calls.
Provide dental education and information to support patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment.
Present treatment plans and proposed continuing treatment to patients professionally and confidentially.
Explain insurance benefits and financial options to patients in nonclinical terms.
Ensure operatories are equipped and stocked, and reorder inventory when necessary.
Follow equipment protocols, including cleaning the evacuation system, lubricating and maintaining hand pieces, cleaning and maintaining radiograph processors, monitoring and cleaning equipment, cleaning dental lab plaster traps, and maintaining a clean office environment.
Notify the Office Manager about equipment failure or general safety concerns.
Assist with laboratory duties as necessary.
Recognize signs of dental emergencies and ensure proper, timely response and notification to patients, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Understand and maintain production standards.
Use and maintain a system for patient follow-up and re-care.
Maintain a professional working environment within the office team; attend and participate in morning huddles and regular office meetings.
Follow company uniform and personal hygiene standards.
Attend continuing education and training seminars as scheduled.
Abide by HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality.
Retain the relevant license or certification and demonstrate proficiency in expanded dental assistant functions according to state guidelines and limitations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.