Bilingual Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Overview We are looking for like‑minded people to join our group practice whose vision is creating beautiful smiles while making lasting impressions and touching patients’ hearts. Benefits Work hours 7:45 am–4:30 pm (Monday–Thursday) with a one‑hour lunch; Fridays 7:45 am–3:00 pm. Will rarely exceed these hours. Health benefits and other benefits paid (working 30 hours weekly). 401(k) with up to 4% matching. Bonus program. Referral program. Monthly staff appreciation. Birthday appreciation. Opportunities to travel to sister offices. Essential Responsibilities Provide superior chair‑side clinical support and assistance to doctors—including charting, patient education, operatory set‑up, and clean‑up. Manage patient flow; redirect efforts as needed, prioritize the next operating room for doctors, and update doctors on patient status. Welcome and greet patients in the reception area with a personal introduction. Take and process X‑rays. Perform patient hand‑offs. Enter and update patient treatment plans at the doctor’s direction using the operational system. Verify that the patient’s clinical service needs are met; take appropriate action when visits do not meet expectations. Escort patients to check‑out. Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory. Monitor laboratory cases and ensure they are ready for the next day’s schedule. Maintain emergency kits, first aid supplies, emergency medications, and oxygen tanks. Follow maintenance schedules for the processor, autoclave, and compressor on a weekly basis. Identify, report, and follow up on any maintenance issues in the office, including dental equipment and handpieces. Follow OSHA regulations and MFSD safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X‑ray safety, and other required certifications and registrations. Requirements Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent. Minimum 1‑year job‑related experience in a dental or medical setting. Mostly walking, talking, standing, and updating information in computer systems. Demonstrated positive attitude in challenging situations. Background check required. Bilingual is a plus but not required. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time #J-18808-Ljbffr