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Dental Assistant

12/2/2025

Assist dentists with clinical and clerical procedures, including chair side assistance and patient preparation. Ensure compliance with infection control procedures and maintain accurate patient records.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida, Inc. (FHC) is a private not-for-profit organization providing services in Lee, Charlotte, and Western Hendry counties. We are committed to serving all patients regardless of their income status. We are governed by a volunteer community board made up of local residents, business, and community leaders. The majority of our physicians are board certified and bilingual, speaking English, Spanish or Creole. For other languages not spoken by our staff or for patients with disabilities, we utilize an over the phone translation/interpretation service. FHC is committed to serving all patients regardless of their income status. We offer a discount fee scale, which allows you to pay a reduced rate for services based on your family size and household income. According to Florida Association of Community Health Centers (FACHC) in 2019 FHC made a $103.3 million economic impact. FHC acts as a valuable employer, accounting for over 874 jobs throughout their service area. FHC is an FTCA deemed facility.

About the Role

Description

We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to provide Dental care to our patients. Outstanding compensation including generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more!

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Performs under the direct supervision of the dentist. No independent judgment is exercised and emphasis is placed on instruction and training. Employee must demonstrate a willingness to progress to a Dental Assistant II with on the job training and formalized Dental Education. Adheres to Corporate Compliance program, by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violation of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.

DETAILED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist Dentists with all clinical and clerical procedures.
Assists with all front desk duties.
Assist Dentist at chair side.
Take and record patient blood pressure, pulse, respiration, case history and oral temperature.
Understand all OSHA requirements for infection control procedures.
Answer telephone and schedule appointments.
Study for radiology certification course.
Prepare patients for dental exam, including taking dental and medical history and charting.
Take, develop, mount and file dental radiographs and other forms with supervision.
Prepare instrument trays and operatories.
Retrieve records from medical records department, completing encounter dailies.
Perform autoclave monitoring system monthly with accurate log and log of MSDS sheets.
Completes Dental Assistant skills checklist annually.
Utilizes electronic oral health record system to enter, retrieve and document patient information accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent training and experience.
No prior dental experience necessary but must be willing to progress to Dental Assistant II through formal education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bilingual skills English/Spanish preferred.
CPR certification preferred.
Some knowledge of dental terminology preferred.
Good customer relations and professional appearance.
Ability to perform multiple tasks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Good manual and finger dexterity.
Chair side and office competencies must be satisfied after 6-months in position.
Working knowledge of dental records and electronic oral health record system.

Key Skills

Dental CareCustomer RelationsManual DexterityInfection ControlRadiology CertificationElectronic Health RecordsChair Side AssistanceClerical ProceduresBilingual SkillsCPR CertificationDental Terminology