Periodontal Dental Assistant Central Florida Oral SurgeryThe Villages, FL 32162We are a first-class, leading Periodontal surgery office looking to add an outgoing individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care on a full-time basis in The Villages location. This is an hourly (non-production based) position Monday-Friday. Competitive hourly pay between $22-25 depending on experience.
The Surgical Dental Assistant’s primary role is to support the Periodontist by successfully providing exceptional patient care that results in optimal clinical outcomes and exceeds the expectations of our patients. Surgical Assistants at our practice focus on all aspects of patient care and are exposed to a wide range of dental assistant duties.
We are looking for a fun, hardworking team player to enhance the growth of our practice while continuing to fulfill patient’s oral healthcare needs. If you are passionate about patient care, treating and educating patients, we would love to hear from you!
Role and Responsibilities
Deliver compassionate care that exceeds patient’s expectations
Review patient medical history, preoperative and postoperative instructions, procedure and treatment consent with patient
Acquire dental imaging, including radiographs, CBCTs and 2D photographs
Assemble materials and equipment in preparation for treatment and maintain adequate supplies
Perform typical pre-operative and post-operative duties to facilitate patient care, including set-up and breakdown of surgical suite in accordance with infection control protocols to maintain a clean and sterile work environment
Perform typical operative duties to facilitate patient care, including maintaining an unobstructed field using surgical retractors, sponges, and suctioning and irrigating equipment
Prepare, administer and record medications/anesthetic in accordance with all applicable regulations
Monitor and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures
Operate sterilization equipment
Maintain accurate patient records as required, maintaining confidentiality of all information in compliance with HIPAA
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
Passionate about caring for people
Superior active listening and communication aptitude
Appreciates different perspectives and opinions
Recognizes others' feelings and responds supportively
Team-oriented and solution-driven mindset
Solid organizational strategy that highlights strong attention to detail and critical thinking
Benefits
Annual Merit Reviews
FIGS Scrubs/Uniforms and all PPE provided
CPR/BLS certification renewal provided
Qualifications
Active Florida Dental Assistant License, required
Active BLS Certification, preferred
DAANCE certification is considered a bonus
