Pediatric Dental Assistant

Vitana Pediatric & Orthodontic Partners•Pembroke Pines, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a friendly, energetic, and reliable Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team! If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. As a valued member of our progressive pediatric dental practice, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.

Requirements

Dental assisting experience is required.
Candidates without prior dental experience will not be considered.
FULL TIME - 38-40 HOURS / WEEK
MINIMUM SCHEDULE: TBD upon completion of interview and hire
Multi-tasker with attention to detail.
Outgoing/positive attitude.
Loves working with children
Customer service oriented

Nice To Haves

Bilingual speaker is a plus (both English/ Spanish)
Orthodontic experience is a plus!
Smile!

Responsibilities

Prepared and arranged needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
Handed necessary tools and equipment to the dentist and provided assistance during treatment.
Performing prophylaxis, administering fluoride treatments
Recorded findings, changed barriers, or sterilized equipment.
Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
Asking about the patient's medical history
Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
Providing patients with instructions for oral care or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health;(e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
Communicating with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies)