Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Job description:

Dental Assistant — Paramount Smile

Paramount Smile is a thriving 6-operatory dental practice in Coral Springs, delivering exceptional, patient-focused care in a warm, comfortable environment. We're a family-owned practice with big ambitions, led by an outstanding team of specialists including Dr. Melissa Jurado, our lead general dentist with a specialty in Prosthodontics, and Dr. Jordan Hekmati, specializing in Periodontics.

We're seeking a skilled, motivated Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team 4 days a week (Monday–Thursday). If you're looking for a practice where your skills are valued and your growth is supported, this is the opportunity for you!

What You'll Do:

Assist general dentists and specialists in patient examination and treatment with precision and care
Screen patients and identify dental issues
Support treatment procedures, including seating and greeting patients, capturing intraoral and extraoral images, intraoral scanning, and charting existing and planned procedures
Work hands-on with Dentrix dental software
Guide patients through procedures and follow-up care with clarity and confidence
Address patient questions, concerns, consents, and medical history
Prepare treatment setups tailored to each patient's needs
Document treatment outcomes and provide patients with instructional care materials
Clean, sterilize, and organize instruments, supplies, and equipment
Manage appointment scheduling and confirmations
Requisition supplies and help maintain smooth day-to-day operations
Uphold and help shape practice policies and procedures
Assist with supply ordering and inventory oversight
What You Bring:

Certified Dental Assistant credential from an accredited program
Minimum 3 years of relevant hands-on experience
Expanded functions certification required
Proven experience with Dentrix software
What We Offer:

401(k)
Generous supplemental bonus pay
PTO accrual beginning after 3 months
Complimentary and highly discounted dental hygiene, cosmetic, and specialty treatments for you and your family
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Experience:

Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:

Expanded Functions Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person