Dental Assistant - Crystal River, FL

Dental Assistant

• Crystal River, FL 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Crystal River, FL 34429 $20
• $22 an hour
• Full-time Crystal River Family Dentistry 22 reviews $20
• $22 an hour
• Full-time Join Our Team as a Full-Time Dental Assistant at Crystal River Family Dentistry!

Are you a dedicated, compassionate, and highly motivated Dental Assistant looking for a supportive practice to call home? Crystal River Family Dentistry is growing, and we are seeking a professional team player to join our patient-focused clinic in Crystal River, Florida. Get a feel for our office and our team here: https://www.crystalriverfamilydentistry.com/ Why Join Us? We know that our practice is only as strong as our team. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance:

Competitive Compensation:

$20.00

• $22.

00 per hour

Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans to choose from

Financial Future:

401(k) retirement plan

Work-Life Balance:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacations and sick days

What You Will Do:

As a key member of our clinical staff, you will ensure our daily operations run smoothly while providing exceptional, comfortable care to our patients.

Your essential functions will include:

Direct Patient Care:

Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment. Gather medical histories, take vitals (blood pressure and pulse), and assist the dentist during a variety of general and specialized procedures (including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and oral surgery).

Diagnostics & Prep:

Take and develop precise dental radiographs (x-rays) and take impressions for study casts.

Patient Education:

Provide clear post-operative instructions and educate patients on optimal oral hygiene strategies and nutritional counseling.

Infection Control:

Champion patient safety by overseeing infection control protocols, preparing treatment rooms, and strictly sterilizing instruments and equipment.

Practice Flow & Administration:

Manage patient flow to maximize the doctor's schedule. Assist with front-office tasks via PC, including scheduling appointments, communicating with patients and suppliers, billing, and ordering supplies.

What We Are Looking For:

Experience:

At least 1 year of Dental Assisting experience is highly preferred. You should have a strong proficiency in dental terminology and clinical procedures. Experience with Open Dental software is a major plus!

Education & Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) Active X-Ray Certification (Required) CPR Certification (Preferred) Nitrous Monitoring Certification (Preferred)

Professional Traits:

Excellent communication skills, punctuality, self-motivation, and a collaborative, team-first mindset. If you are ready to take the next step in your dental career with a practice that truly cares about both its staff and its patients, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume for review—we look forward to meeting you! Find more opportunities within our network at www.dag.dental

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

Crystal River, Florida Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00

• $22.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person