Dental Assistant

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Description

Position: Dental Assistant & Floater
Locations: Tamarac
Company: Friedman Dental Group

Friedman Dental Group is seeking a cheerful and dedicated Dental Assistant / Floater to join our team across our Coral Springs, Tamarac, and Plantation offices. We take pride in providing exceptional care to our patients and are looking for a team member with experience in the dental field and a genuine interest in helping our practice grow.

Job Duties:

Prepare and set up operatories for all dental procedures.
Turn over rooms efficiently between patients.
Seat patients and obtain consent forms as needed.
Stock and restock instruments and materials prior to each procedure.
Sterilize operatories and instruments according to OSHA and CDC standards.
Monitor schedule changes and procedure progress to prioritize tasks effectively.
Take radiographs and utilize dental imaging equipment.
Assist the dentist during treatment procedures.
Perform laboratory tasks such as pouring models and fabricating whitening trays.
Send cases to dental labs and enter accurate return dates in the software system.
Maintain a valid CPR certification.
Act as a liaison between dentists, staff, and patients to ensure smooth operations.
Answer phones, schedule and confirm appointments, and address patient inquiries.
Greet patients warmly and professionally.
Collect and record payments in the dental software system.
Process financing applications as needed.
Contact patients with unscheduled or pending treatments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Practice Administrator or Dentists.
Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a Dental Assisting program or equivalent on-the-job training.
Current X-ray certification.
Active CPR certification.
Front desk/administrative experience in a dental office.
Preferred Qualifications:

2+ year of professional dental experience.
Surgical assisting experience (preferred but not required).
Skills & Qualifications:

Strong organizational and time management skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.
Willingness to travel between offices as needed.
Compensation & Benefits:

Salary negotiable based on experience.
Full-time position, Monday through Friday.
Benefits include:
Paid vacation and holidays
Personal days
401(k) plan
Dental benefits
Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Commute:

Tamarac, FL 33321 (Required)