Dental Assistant (Bilingual)

Dental Assistant Duties And Responsibilities Assists the dentist using four‑handed dentistry, including instrument transfer, isolation, oral evacuation, retraction, and preparation of dental instruments and materials; mixes filling and impression materials; charts examination and treatment results on patient records. Maintains autoclave, ultrasonic and other equipment; logs maintenance as required. Ensures monitoring logs for all infection control items are correctly completed and maintains log of lab cases. Prepares, sterilizes, organizes and sets up the dental operatory and instruments according to Dental Department OSHA manual guidelines. At initial seating, reviews and documents vital signs and medical history; instructs the patient on oral hygiene, nutritional counseling and post‑operative instructions; ensures the patient receives verbal education and any post‑operative home care prior to dismissal. Assists in maintaining adequate supply of inventory and follows protocol regarding ordering of supplies. Flexible to travel independently to other locations as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Comprehensive Benefit Package Competitive Compensation Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Retirement Plans 403(b) with Company Match Contributions Basic Life Insurance and coverage for spouse & children Short & Long‑Term Disability Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP) Travel Reimbursement Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance 6 paid company holidays, plus 2 extra floating holidays, paid time off/vacation time, career development opportunities and a collaborative culture focusing on work‑life balance, innovation & teamwork. Requirements Education: High School Degree or GED plus graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting Program; must hold Radiology, Infection Control and Jurisprudence certification; CPR Certified. Experience: One year dental assisting experience in a dental office preferred. Other: Bilingual Spanish, Four‑handed dental assisting skills, Nitrous Oxide Exam Certification preferred; holds and maintains professional standards (licensing, CPR, radiology, etc.) necessary for credentialing compliance under the Federal Torts Claims Act. Physical Requirements: Finger dexterity, repetitive motions using wrists, hands and fingers; standing/walking most of the time; may have to lift up to 25 pounds; must be able to perform essential functions, meet attendance requirements, not pose a threat to health or safety, lift up to 20 pounds unassisted, provide excellent customer service externally and internally. #J-18808-Ljbffr CentroMed