Experienced Pediatric Dental Assistant

Are you looking for a fun place to work? We are a Pediatric Dental Office in Plantation, looking to hire a bright and energetic Pediatric Dental Assistant who is friendly and enjoys working with children. Must enjoy working in a fast paced environment and be a Team Player with excellent communication skills. Candidate must speak good English. Are you a self starter, motivated, dependable and have a fun personality for kids? If so, this may be the place for you! Salary will be based upon experience. We give raises when earned and we are a fair workplace.

Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with procedures
Skills
Proven experience as a dental assistant
Be friendly and enjoy working with children and families
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Work Location: In person