Dental Assistant @ Dental Associates of Florida - Brooksville
About The Position
Dental Associates of Florida - Brooksville is seeking a Dental Assistant in Brooksville, Florida, to support the clinical team and provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction in a team-based environment. The Dental Assistant supports the office and professional dental staff during treatment and contributes to the practice’s mission of providing excellent dental care in the community. Prior dental assisting experience is required for consideration. The role includes preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentists during procedures, welcoming and educating patients, taking and developing X-rays, assisting with impressions, and maintaining study models. The Dental Assistant also supports accurate patient records and documentation, infection control and confidentiality, and emergency preparedness. Candidates should have completed a certified dental assistant program or have qualifying on-the-job experience, along with X-ray certification. Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.
Requirements
- Prior dental assisting experience is required for consideration.
- Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or six months of on-the-job experience with supporting documentation.
- X-ray certification.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.
Nice To Haves
- Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
- Assist dentists during procedures.
- Welcome and comfort patients, and educate them about oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
- Follow infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and comply with workplace regulations.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake when needed.
- Support the dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supplies, and an emergency telephone directory.
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Continuing education support
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
