Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Coral Gables, FL

Company: ASAP Dental
Location: 237 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33133
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Dental / Healthcare

Dental Assistant Job in Coral Gables, Florida

ASAP Dental is hiring a motivated and dependable Dental Assistant in Coral Gables, FL to join our growing dental team.

If you have dental assisting experience, enjoy working directly with patients, and are comfortable supporting dentists during clinical procedures, we want to hear from you.

Our Coral Gables dental office provides a professional, fast-paced, and patient-focused environment with opportunities to expand your experience in general and specialty dentistry.

Candidates with experience using Dentrix, Eaglesoft, digital X-rays, dental scanners, sterilization equipment, and four-handed dentistry are strongly encouraged to apply.

Dental Assistant Responsibilities

As a Dental Assistant at ASAP Dental, your responsibilities may include:

• Prepare dental treatment rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies before patient appointments.
• Provide professional chairside assistance to dentists using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Assist with general dentistry procedures as well as oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, and pediatric dental procedures.
• Take digital dental X-rays and assist with dental imaging and 3D scanning when properly trained and certified.
• Sterilize and process dental instruments according to infection-control and OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment rooms.
• Review and update patient medical histories, treatment information, and clinical documentation.
• Enter and maintain patient information using dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft.
• Educate patients regarding oral hygiene, treatment preparation, and post-operative instructions.
• Assist with patient flow throughout the dental office.
• Follow HIPAA requirements and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Support appointment scheduling, patient check-in, telephone communication, and other front-desk responsibilities when needed.
• Help create a comfortable, professional, and welcoming experience for every patient.

Dental Assistant Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Previous experience working as a Dental Assistant, Dental Clinical Assistant, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, or Chairside Dental Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of general dental procedures and dental terminology.
• Experience with four-handed dentistry and chairside assisting.
• Familiarity with dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and infection-control protocols.
• Experience using digital X-ray equipment and dental imaging technology preferred.
• Experience with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or similar dental practice management software is an asset.
• Strong communication and patient-service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy dental office.
• Professional and dependable work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively with dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, administrative staff, and patients.

Certifications

The following qualifications are preferred:

• Florida dental radiography/X-ray certification or appropriate training.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Infection-control or OSHA training.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) training or certification where applicable.

Why Join ASAP Dental?

At ASAP Dental, we are focused on providing excellent patient care while creating an efficient and supportive environment for our dental professionals.

This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Dental Assistant who wants to:

• Build experience in multiple areas of dentistry.
• Work directly with experienced dental professionals.
• Develop stronger clinical and patient-management skills.
• Gain experience with modern dental technology.
• Become part of a growing dental organization in the Miami and Coral Gables area.

Apply for Our Dental Assistant Position in Coral Gables

If you're searching for a Dental Assistant job in Coral Gables, Miami, Coconut Grove, South Miami, or the surrounding Miami-Dade area, we encourage you to apply.

Send your resume and relevant dental certifications to ASAP Dental for consideration.

Apply today and join the ASAP Dental team in Coral Gables, Florida.

Pay: $25.27 - $30.43 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person