OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT

OPS Dental Assistant - 64918026

This position is assigned to Operations and Management Consultant II to perform chair-side assistance to the dentist. This position requires close interaction between patients, the dentist, and other dental staff. The ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism and confidentiality are key components of this position. The assistant must be competent in assisting with preventive, therapeutic and surgical clinical procedures (i.e. dental prophylaxis, dental sealants, dental restorations, and dental extractions).

Degree/License/Certification: Must have a High School Diploma or its equivalent. Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, Radiology Certificate, Certification in Basic Life Support.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skilled in placing dental sealants, assisting dentist and skilled in working independently. Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.

Qualifications: Minimum - Must be willing to accept this salary if offered the position Must have Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certificate Must have a Florida Dental Radiography Certificate Must have a certification in Basic Life Support Preferred - Graduate from a formal accredited dental assisting school. Six months' dental assisting experience Requires an understanding of the dental operations, understand compliance and quality requirements related to the provision of dental care services and demonstrates success working with the dentist. Experience with pediatric patients, sterilizing instruments, assisting dentist with dental procedures, exposes dental x-rays, instructing patients in oral hygiene instruction.

Location: 301 Dr. Carter Blvd., Bunnell, FL. 32110