Dental Assistant @ Towncare Dental of Naples

Dental Care Alliance•Naples, FL

About The Position

Towncare Dental of Naples is seeking a Dental Assistant in Naples, Florida, to support its clinical team and provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction in a team-based environment. The Dental Assistant supports the office and assists professional dental staff with treatment, contributing to the practice’s mission of providing excellent community dental care and creating positive patient experiences. Prior dental assisting experience is required for consideration. The role includes preparing treatment rooms, assisting dentists during procedures, supporting patient education and comfort, and helping maintain accurate records and safe clinical operations. The position requires X-ray certification and ongoing annual training in OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control. Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended.

Requirements

Prior dental assisting experience.
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.
Maintain 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, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
Welcome, comfort, and educate patients about oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
Follow infection-control protocols, protect patient confidentiality, and comply with workplace regulations.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake when needed.
Help the dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supplies, and an emergency telephone directory.