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SGA Dental Partners
Lake Mary, Florida

Dental Assistant - Lake Mary Dentistry

Dental AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$24/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday

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Job Description

At Lake Mary Dentistry, we take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a warm, welcoming environment. We believe in building strong relationships with our patients and each other and creating a workplace where team members enjoy showing up every day.

We’re growing and looking for outstanding professionals to join our team.

Dental Assistant – Hands-On Patient Care

Pay: $20 - 24 / hr.

Schedule: Mon - Thurs

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • We take time to get to know our patients and provide care that’s personalized and thoughtful.
  • You’ll join a supportive team that values collaboration, communication, and growth.
  • We’re committed to clinical excellence and making a positive impact every day.

What You’ll Do

  • Support the doctor chairside during procedures
  • Take radiographs, assist with impressions, and set up operatory equipment
  • Provide a calm and comfortable environment for patients

What You Need

  • Dental Assisting certificate or experience
  • X-ray and CPR certification
  • Strong attention to detail and a positive, team-oriented mindset

Benefits We Offer

  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Health and Vision Insurance

  • Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
  • Paid Scrub Allowance
  • Career Growth and Development Opportunities

At Lake Mary Dentistry, you’re not just taking the next step in your career, you’re joining a team that values quality care, respect, and long-term success.

In hometown communities, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, delivering the highest level of clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply today to join us in making a difference!

In order to maintain a high level of clinical excellence, SGA Dental Partners and dental practices affiliated with SGA maintain a drug free and alcohol free workplace. All new hires are required to pass a full panel drug screening as a condition of employment.

SGA Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at every level of our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant will support the doctor chairside during procedures and manage clinical tasks such as taking radiographs and impressions. They are also responsible for setting up operatory equipment and ensuring a calm, comfortable environment for patients.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Dental Assisting certificate or relevant experience, along with X-ray and CPR certifications. A strong attention to detail and a positive, team-oriented mindset are required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Chairside AssistingRadiographyDental ImpressionsOperatory Equipment SetupTeamwork

Dental Assisting Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$46k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $44k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Dental Assistant market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in dental assistantranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$44k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Assistant listings in Florida318 active5,824 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida healthcare professional listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment318 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (342 Dental Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$46k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Dental Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About SGA Dental Partners

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Benefits & Perks

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health and Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Care.com Membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)

Living in Lake Mary

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$401k
Typical market rent
$1,942/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.