Job Description
Overview:
We are a private dental practice located in East Orlando seeking an experienced Lead Dental Assistant to join our team. We are not a corporation and pride ourselves on providing personalized care to our patients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general dental assisting, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Work Schedule:
- Tuesday to Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Responsibilities:
- Welcome patients warmly upon arrival at the dental office.
- Prepare and set up instruments, equipment, and materials as needed for procedures.
- Ensure all instruments are sterilized according to health regulations.
- Assist the dentist with 4-handed dentistry during procedures.
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed by the dentist.
- Provide patients with oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dental room, ensuring it is well-stocked with necessary supplies.
- Schedule patient appointments efficiently and manage patient flow.
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
- Order supplies and manage inventory for the back office.
Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience as a dental assistant in a general dentistry setting.
- Certification as a Dental Assistant is required; X-ray Certification is mandatory.
- Experience with Dentrix software and digital x-ray technology is beneficial.
- Proven knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
- Understanding of health & safety regulations in a dental setting.
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus.
- Excellent computer skills, communication, and people skills.
- Strong attention to detail, well-organized, punctual, dependable, and self-motivated.
Education:
- High school diploma is required; graduation from a dental assistant school is preferred.
- Additional certification or training such as EFDA (Expanded Function Dental Assistant) is an asset.
Compensation:
The position offers a competitive pay rate of $26.00+ per hour, based on experience.
Benefits:
The role includes paid time off benefits.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should email their resume for consideration. We are looking for someone who can ensure excellent customer service and make office procedures run smoothly while supporting our team-oriented environment.
