Dental Assistant - Orange City

Coast Dental•Orange City, FL

22h

About The Position

The Dental Assistant assists the dentist in providing dental treatment, care, and education to patients. The role requires strong knowledge of clinical needs and 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 Dental Assistant supports clinical procedures and patient care, maintains accurate treatment documentation, helps patients understand treatment plans and insurance or financial options, and performs appointment scheduling and follow-up. The role also includes maintaining a safe, clean, stocked, and properly equipped office; complying with applicable safety, infection-control, and confidentiality requirements; and participating in office meetings and continuing education.

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, subject to state guidelines and limitations.
Radiography licensure.
Retain a Registered, CDA, or EFDA license and demonstrate proficiency in expanded dental assistant functions according to applicable state guidelines and limitations.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a high-volume environment.
Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification upon hire or within 90 days after hire.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of dental experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with clinical procedures and treatments, within the duties and functions permitted for a dental assistant.
Learn and comply with the organization’s administrative procedures and OSHA laws and safety guidelines.
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Follow state and federal infection-control standards, including using 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.
Chart dental procedures performed during 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 patients with dental-health education and information about 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.
Maintain equipment according to protocols, including cleaning evacuation systems, lubricating and maintaining dental handpieces, cleaning and maintaining radiograph processors, monitoring and cleaning equipment, and cleaning dental lab plaster traps.
Notify the Office Manager of equipment failures or general safety concerns.
Assist with laboratory duties as needed.
Recognize signs of dental emergencies and ensure an appropriate and timely response, including notifying patients, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Meet production standards and maintain a system for patient contact, follow-up, and recall 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.
Follow HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.