Dental Assistant

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic private practice dental practice. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care while assisting the dentist in various procedures. This position requires a strong understanding of dental practices, excellent communication skills, reliability, dedication, kindness, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Training will be available for the right motivated candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and equipment, ensuring they are sterilized and ready for use.
• Take X-rays, mount x-rays correctly, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Assist in Hygiene charting.
• Utilizing Eaglesoft Dental Software for data entry.
• Utilize 3D scanners and other systems to assist in treatment planning.
• Manage patient records while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support pediatric dentistry by creating a welcoming environment for young patients.
• Maintain knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy to assist effectively during procedures.
• Implement four-handed dentistry techniques to enhance efficiency during treatments.

Skills

• Proficiency with 3D scanners and dental systems is highly desired.
• Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to dental practices.
• Strong assisting skills, particularly in four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality.
• Ability to take accurate X-rays while following safety guidelines.
• Solid knowledge of anatomy related to dental health.
• Experience with Epic or similar dental management software is beneficial.

Join our team and contribute to creating positive experiences for our patients while advancing your career in the dental field!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan

Ability to Commute:

• North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• North Fort Myers, FL 33903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Private practice • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Profit sharing • Oral hygiene • Medical procedure preparation • Anatomy knowledge • Teamwork • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Surgical instrument organization • Safety regulations • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Assisting medical staff • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Records management • Clinical data entry • Paid time off • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Data entry • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Dental treatment planning • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Retirement plan