Pancare of Florida Inc is hiring: Dental Assistant in Chipley

At PanCare of Florida, we're not just shaping smiles; we're transforming lives. As a Dental Assistant, you won't just be another set of hands—you'll be a cornerstone of our patients' care, making sure every visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible. If you're passionate about oral health, love working in a dynamic environment, and are ready to be an essential part of a team that makes a real difference, then we want to meet you!

• Provide diagnostic aid, including exposing and developing radiographs, taking and recording medical and dental histories, recording vital signs and taking alginate impressions and pouring study casts
• Perform prophylaxis and fluoride treatments on children and deliver oral hygiene instructions to child and parents
• Prepare operatory, instruments, and patient for dental treatment
• May apply topical anesthesia as recommended/required preparation for dental procedures to be performed by the dentist
• Clean and sterilize (or disinfect when appropriate) instruments, equipment, operatories and laboratory as patient flow or procedures dictate
• Deliver post-operative instructions to the patient as prescribed by the dentist
• Possess a working knowledge of medical emergencies and assist in the management of them
• Assist dentist in screening and education programs, including off-site
• Assist the front desk staff when necessary to schedule patients, answer phones, and use the computer
• Restock operatories, order supplies and maintain inventory control
• Maintain dental equipment, autoclave, x-ray equipment and water system at specified intervals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certification of completion of dental assistant training
• Skilled in written and oral communication
• Expanded function certification is highly recommended

Join PanCare of Florida and be part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to our communities. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can continue to improve patient outcomes and build healthier communities.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk occasionally for long periods at a time. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms and move objects up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, abilities for assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned is required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PanCare of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key to our success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.