Dental Assistant - Cape Coral FL

COAST DENTAL•Cape Coral, FL

About The Position

The Dental Assistant supports 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. The assistant must hold an Expanded Duties Certificate and/or Radiography Certification upon hire or within 90 days after hire, and must retain applicable credentials and demonstrate proficiency in expanded dental assistant functions within state guidelines and limitations.

Requirements

Active Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, or, for assisting in Florida, a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate obtained prior to May 2009, subject 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 skills and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of dental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand which duties and functions may be delegated to a dental assistant.
Assist with clinical procedures and treatments.
Learn and follow the company’s administrative procedures.
Follow OSHA laws and safety guidelines and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Follow state and federal infection-control standards, including use of protective barriers, instrument and treatment-area disinfection and sterilization, and proper disposal of contaminated or biohazardous materials.
Ensure patient documentation is reviewed and completed, including current medical history, 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 appointment confirmation calls.
Provide dental education and information to support patient awareness of dental health and continuing treatment.
Present treatment plans and proposed continuing treatment 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 evacuation systems, lubricating and maintaining dental handpieces, maintaining radiograph processors, monitoring and cleaning equipment, maintaining dental lab plaster traps, and keeping the office clean.
Notify the Office Manager of equipment failures or general safety concerns.
Assist with laboratory duties as necessary.
Recognize signs of dental emergencies and ensure a proper and timely response, including notification of patients, staff, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Meet 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 policies for uniform attire and personal hygiene.
Attend continuing education and training seminars as scheduled.
Follow HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality.
Retain applicable license or certification and demonstrate proficiency in expanded dental assistant functions according to state guidelines and limitations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.