Find & Apply For Dental Assistant Jobs in Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Dental Assistant If you are an experienced, career minded dental assistant, living a health centered lifestyle and enjoys partnering with patients to achieve oral health, this may be the perfect position! This is an independent, patient focused dental practice committed to health; and I am searching for someone to help my patients fulfill their treatment goals while being part of a small team of professionals. In return, you will have real opportunities for ongoing personal growth and development to fulfill your own potential. I invite you to submit a resume for immediate hire.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
• Take and develop dental x-rays and other medical imaging
• Maintain patient records using electronic health record systems such as Epic or Eaglesoft
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during procedures
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
• Perform basic laboratory tasks such as pouring models and fabricating temporary crowns
• Follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality

Skills:

• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
• Familiarity with dental software systems such as Curve
• Ability to take accurate dental x-rays and medical imaging
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with patients of all ages, including pediatrics
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of infection control protocols and sterilization techniques Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Pay:

$18.00

• $25.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person