Dental Assistant @ Advanced Dentistry South Florida

Overview:

Location: 15340 Jog Road, Suite 100, Delray Beach, FL 33446

About Us

Advanced Dentistry South Florida is a high-end, patient-focused dental practice known for providing exceptional comprehensive care. Our office serves a diverse patient population and is the dental provider for Florida Atlantic University’s men's basketball and football teams, as well as the U.S. Olympic team. We are deeply involved in the community and committed to excellence in dentistry.

Position Overview

This is an opportunity to work alongside some of the most renowned dental professionals in the country in a top-tier clinical setting.

• Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
• 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

• Assist dentists during a variety of procedures, ensuring efficiency and a seamless patient experience.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms while adhering to strict sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs (X-rays) in compliance with state regulations.
• Fabricate temporary crowns and restorations with precision.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including charting and treatment documentation.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-treatment care, and preventive practices.
• Provide outstanding customer service in a PPO and fee-for-service practice.
• Work within a single-column treatment model while delivering high-attention patient care.
• Follow detailed instructions and assist in executing treatment plans efficiently.
• Listen carefully to the doctor and respond promptly to direction.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a high-end practice.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification required.
• Radiology certification required (must be able to take X-rays).
• Ability to fabricate temporary crowns and restorations.
• Proficiency in Dentrix is preferred.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills, common sense, and the ability to anticipate needs.
• Must be able to follow directions and work efficiently under supervision.
• Experience in a high-maintenance practice with a strong patient focus.
• Must live within 15 minutes of the office (consideration may be given to candidates within a 20-25 minute commute).
• Background check required.

• Work in a high-end dental practice with renowned dental providers.
• Gain experience in a cutting-edge, patient-focused environment.
• Collaborate with a team dedicated to excellence in dental care.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter detailing their experience and why they would be an ideal fit for this role.

Join Advanced Dentistry South Florida and be part of a team dedicated to excellence, precision, and superior patient care. #LI-SM1

Responsibilities:

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments.
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
• Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

• X-ray & EFDA license in FL
• Experience working as a Dental Assistant (prefer min 3 years)