Dental Assistant - Full Time

Blue Cloud•Tampa, FL

11d

About The Position

The Dental Assistant (DA) supports the clinical and surgical team in preparing for and providing care to patients undergoing dental procedures. Working under established policies and clinical protocols, the DA performs routine and delegated patient-care duties, provides chairside and surgical assistance to dentists, and helps ensure the efficient operation of the surgery center. The position works closely with dentists, nurses, and other clinical staff to support safe, organized, patient-centered care and positive patient outcomes. The DA prepares treatment and operating rooms, sterilizes instruments, maintains equipment and inventory, and assists with patient positioning, transfers, and procedure-related tasks. The role also includes diagnostic dental radiographs, preparation of dental materials, specimen handling, room turnover, emergency-response support as directed, and front-office or Patient Service Coordinator duties when assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Expanded Duties (ED) Certificate and ability to perform expanded-duty functions in accordance with state regulations.
Current Dental Radiographer Certification, or ability to obtain certification within a designated period following hire, as permitted by state regulations.
At least one year of dental assistant experience; surgical or specialty dental setting preferred.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Competencies: customer/client focus, teamwork orientation, problem solving/analysis, communication proficiency, learning orientation, ethical conduct, stress management/composure, and discretion.

Nice To Haves

Dental assistant experience in a surgical or specialty dental setting.

Responsibilities

Assist dentists and anesthesia providers during surgical procedures by anticipating and providing necessary instruments, supplies, sutures, and materials.
Prepare operating and treatment rooms, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are ready for scheduled procedures.
Maintain familiarity with surgical procedures and individual provider preferences to support efficient clinical workflow.
Provide age-appropriate support for pediatric and adolescent patients, considering developmental, psychosocial, and communication needs.
Assist with patient positioning and safe transfers before, during, and after procedures.
Obtain diagnostic dental radiographs and ensure x-ray equipment is properly maintained and operational.
Prepare and mix dental materials, including cements and other products required for patient treatment.
Operate suction devices, air/water syringes, and other dental assisting equipment during procedures.
Label specimens properly and transfer them to the RN Circulator according to established protocols.
Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain instruments, equipment, and treatment areas in compliance with facility policies, manufacturer recommendations, and CDC guidelines.
Monitor inventory, stock clinical supplies, and assist with supply management and ordering.
Clean, restock, and prepare treatment and operating rooms between cases and at the end of each day.
Assist with operating-room turnover to support patient flow and scheduling.
Support emergency-response efforts as directed by licensed clinical staff.
Perform assigned front-office and Patient Service Coordinator duties, including patient reception, scheduling support, and customer service.