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