DENTAL ASSISTANT

Shape Your Future. Serve Your Community. Build Your Career with Palms!What Life Working at Palms Looks Like:Mission and Meaningful Work: PMG is a not for profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). That means it’s focused on serving underserved populations, offering affordable primary care and preventative services. For many people, that makes the work feel meaningful.Stability & Growth: PMG has been around for a long time (since 1971) and we are still expanding!Comprehensive Services & Variety: We offer a wide array of services – family medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, prenatal care, etc. – So working here gives exposure to different patient populations, conditions and settings. Patient-Centered, Community Focus: PMG emphasizes accessible care (same day scheduling, weekend appointments, bilingual staff) and works in communities throughout North Florida. It is also a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), meaning there’s an emphasis on continuity of care, relationships with patients, etc. Culture & Community: Many reviews say that PMG has a “friendly, compassionate, professional” environment. There is pride among the staff in giving back to the community. Perks:Competitive WagesComprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceProfessional Development OpportunitiesEmployee Assistance ProgramsCompany Paid Life Insurance401k with 5% Match11 Paid Holidays20 Days PTORecognition and RewardsCommunity Impact . Position SummaryThe Dental Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality dental care by assisting dentists and clinical staff with patient care, office procedures, and laboratory tasks. This role ensures efficient patient flow, maintains accurate records, and upholds infection control standards. Responsibilities include preparing patients and instruments, assisting during procedures, and providing patient education and post-operative instructions. Description of Primary Responsibilities1) Patient Care Supporta) Provide dental services within the scope of practice and in accordance with Palms Medical Group policies, procedures and protocolsb) Review patient health histories, dental charts and oral histories prior to treatment.c) Prepare instrument trays and dental materials for procedures.d) Assist the dentist during routine and emergency procedures.e) Record dental treatment details in the patient’s dental chart.f) Communicate postoperative instructions as prescribed by the dentist.g) Educate patients on oral hygiene and plaque control techniques.2) Inventory & Infection Controla) Monitors inventory levels and submit supply requests through appropriate channels.b) Clean, disinfect and sterilize dental instruments and equipment. c) Maintain a clean, organized and professional clinical environment.3) Administrative Supporta) Record and review patient medical histories accurately.b) Assist with internal audits, surveys and quality improvement initiatives. c) Perform any other duty assigned to support the efficiency and effectiveness of PMG operations.