Dental Assistant Float

Dental Assistant Float

Cleveland Dental Institute

Schedule: In person, Full-Time | Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm

Location: Greater Cleveland area and surrounding areas

Cleveland Dental Institute is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized dental care through a team of highly trained and licensed dental professionals. We are proud to offer advanced technology, comprehensive patient services, and specialized programs in dental assisting and education.

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Dental Assistant Float to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to support multiple dental practices within our institute, ensuring seamless patient care across various specialties including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, and endodontics. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility, excellent clinical skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during a wide range of dental procedures across different specialties.
• Assist with patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical history updates while ensuring HIPAA compliance for patient confidentiality
• Operate and maintain dental equipment such as X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and medical imaging devices following infection control protocols and aseptic techniques
• Manage electronic health records using EMR systems like Dentrix, ensuring accurate documentation of treatments and medical records
• Support infection control procedures by adhering to OSHA standards and maintaining a sterile environment
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering patient inquiries as a dental receptionist, and updating medical documentation
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient workflow through four-handed dentistry techniques and effective communication

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant with knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology
• Certification in X-ray techniques and familiarity with medical coding for dental procedures
• Strong understanding of infection control practices, aseptic technique, and sterilization processes
• Ability to perform vital signs assessment and assist with medical imaging procedures accurately
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Dentrix
• Dental Assisting: 2 years (Preferred)

Benefits

• Health insurance 
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Life insurance 
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Federal holidays off 
• Promotion from within and career advancement opportunities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for extended periods 
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds 
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including hand and wrist movements 
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to perform job duties safely 
• Ability to work in a clinical environment with exposure to noise, chemicals, and bodily fluids, using appropriate protective equipment 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

Cleveland Dental Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and Ohio employment laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, ancestry, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

Cleveland Dental Institute complies with the Ohio Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and applicable wage and hour laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment.

This employer participates in E-Verify.

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Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to float to other locations in the Greater Cleveland area and surrounding areas? (Required)
• What is your pay expectation?
• Are you able to fulfill a full-time Monday through Friday schedule? (Required)

Work Location: In person