Job Summary We are seeking a qualified and caring Dental Assistant to join our team at the Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) As a Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments.
Be proficient in:
Four-handed dentistry
Oral surgery assistance
Periodontal procedures
Endodontics
Prosthodontics
Implant placement and restoration support
Responsibilities
Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
Schedule appointments
Qualifications
a one (1) year dental assistant program accredited by the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
Assistants must possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a dental assistant.
Dental Radiological Certificate is mandatory.
Dental Assistants are required to hold a current BLS and/or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
A valid Tuberculosis (TB) test is also required.
Strong computer and data entry skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to provide high-quality patient care
Numbers & Facts
Location
Orlando, FL
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
American Dental Association (ADA)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Dentistryunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Implantsunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Oral Surgeryunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Periodonticsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Sterilizationunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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