OPS DENTAL ASSISTANT

Ops Dental Assistant

This position is assigned to the 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 physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship 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 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, assists dentist with dental procedures, exposes dental x-rays, instructing patients in oral hygiene instruction.

Location: Bunnell, FL 32110 Daytona Beach, FL 32117 St. Augustine, FL 32084