Pediatric Dental Assistant (full-time)

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PEDIATRIC DENTAL ASSISTANT

We seek a dynamic and energetic assistant to join our progressive orthodontic/pediatric dentist office. We offer you an opportunity to grow as a valued member of our team. Excellent salary, uniforms, plus bonus! All inquiries kept confidential. Please send resume.

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE DENTAL EXPERIENCE!!!

Requirements:

• FULL TIME - 38-40 HOURS / WEEK MINIMUM
• SCHEDULE: TO BE DETERMINED UPON SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW/ HIRE
• LOCATION: Pembroke Pines and Plantation
• Bilingual speaker is a plus (both English/ Spanish)
• Multi-tasker with attention to detail.
• Outgoing/positive attitude. Smile!
• Loves working with children
• Customer service oriented
• Orthodontic experience is a plus!

Job Tasks:

• 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)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person