Pediatric Dental Assistant
Listed compensation
$20-$23/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join Great Expressions Dental Centers as a Pediatric Dental Assistant – Great Expressions in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States. Join our dynamic and thriving dental practice as a Dental Assistant! At Great Expressions Dental Centers, we're seeking an energetic and motivated individual to join our team and positively impact our patients' oral health.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $23/hour.
- Supportive Team
- Growth Opportunities
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Great Expressions Dental Centers as a Pediatric Dental Assistant – Great Expressions.
Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant will support the dental team by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during procedures. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral hygiene and maintaining accurate patient records.
Requirements
Candidates should have previous dental assisting experience or relevant education, though training is available for the right individual. Specific state-mandated certifications, such as X-ray training or EFDA, are required depending on the work location.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$45k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $43k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Great Expressions Dental Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 50 active listings.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$45k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 1.5/10 on work-life balance for Pediatrics roles.
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