Job Description
Join Our Team and Launch Your Dental Career with Paid Training
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare but lack the hands-on experience? Bright Smile Dental Care is proud to offer a comprehensive Paid Training Program for ambitious individuals ready to become certified Dental Assistants. We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing the tools you need for success in a dynamic dental environment.
As a Dental Assistant with us, you will play a vital role in ensuring our patients receive the highest quality of care. We are looking for enthusiastic team players who are eager to learn and grow within our practice.
Why Choose Bright Smile Dental Care?
- Paid Training: We invest in you with a structured training program while you earn a salary.
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $18.00 - $24.00/hour depending on performance.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals who are ready to mentor you.
- Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art dental technology at our Miami location.
Responsibilities
- Patient Preparation: Greet patients, review medical histories, and prepare them for dental examinations and procedures.
- Chairside Assistance: Assist the dentist during treatment, passing instruments and providing suction as needed.
- Digital X-Rays: Take and develop digital dental X-rays (intraoral and extraoral) adhering to safety protocols.
- Sterilization & Hygiene: Maintain strict infection control standards by sterilizing instruments and ensuring a clean clinical environment.
- Record Keeping: Update and maintain patient records, charts, and treatment plans accurately.
- Administrative Support: Handle front desk duties including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and processing insurance claims.
- Patient Education: Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care instructions.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; completion of a Dental Assistant program is a plus but not mandatory.
- Availability: Must be available to work full-time hours (typically 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM), including some Saturdays.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and assist with lifting patients or equipment if necessary.
- Detail Oriented: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in clinical and administrative tasks.
- Willingness to Learn: A positive attitude and a strong drive to complete the paid training curriculum successfully.
- License: Willingness to obtain state licensure (DALE) upon completion of training.