Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant: 

• Location: North Lauderdale (ZIP Code 33068)
• 100% On-site

 Requirements: 

Education: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting Program (preferred).

Certifications: 

• Florida Dental Radiography Certification (mandatory).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification in Florida (mandatory).

Experience: 

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a dental office (pediatric experience strongly preferred).
• Experience with dental software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental) is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) (preferred).

Responsibilities: 

• Greet and prepare pediatric patients for dental procedures in a calm and friendly manner.
• Assist pediatric dentists with chairside procedures including exams, cleanings, sealants, pulpotomies, crowns, and extractions.
• Take and process digital x-rays (bitewing, periapical, panoramic).
• Maintain and sterilize instruments and operatories according to OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Provide age-appropriate education to children and parents on oral hygiene and post-operative care.
• Document procedures and patient interactions accurately in the dental record.
• Ensure infection control standards are met or exceeded.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety during treatment; offer support and reassurance to anxious children.
• Take dental impressions when needed.
• Manage patient flow and support front desk staff during downtime, if needed.

Soft Skills & Attributes: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children and parents.
• Compassionate, patient, and able to de-escalate nervous behavior.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented and proactive with a “can-do” attitude.
• Professional demeanor and reliability.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand, bend, and assist with patients for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for dental assisting duties.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs.

Preferred Additional Experience (Optional but a Plus): 

• Nitrous monitoring certification.
• Knowledge of Medicaid/CHIP pediatric dental benefits.
• Prior work experience in community clinics or high-volume pediatric settings.