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Jupiter, Florida

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantNo weekendsNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$25/hr

The week · per this postingWeekdays only

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Job Description

We are growing and looking to add a Dental Assistant to our team!

Be a part of something special!

At Wanuck & Hier, we pride ourselves on providing excellent dental care in a welcoming and child-friendly environment. Our Dentists and Team are dedicated to helping our patient families maintain optimal oral health. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as a dental assistant. Whether you are just starting in the field or have some experience, we are committed to training the right person to become a member of our team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and organize dental treatment rooms and instruments prior to patient appointments.
  • Assist dentists during various dental procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
  • Perform sterilization and disinfection of dental tools and equipment following strict infection control protocols.
  • Maintain accurate patient records using dental software such as Dentrix, including updating medical histories and treatment plans.
  • Educate patients and their guardians on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care with empathy and clear communication.
  • Manage appointment scheduling and coordinate patient flow to minimize wait times.
  • Monitor and maintain inventory of dental supplies and materials, ensuring availability for daily operations.
  • Adhere to body motion and ergonomics best practices to maintain personal health and safety during clinical tasks.

Qualifications

  • Willingness to learn and grow in the dental field
  • No prior experience required; training provided for the right person
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team orientated environment
  • Willingness to learn and grow in the dental field
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

Details

  • Part-time, two days/week
  • No Evening, No Holidays, No Weekends
  • Benefits Offered
  • Pay Range: $20 - $25
  • Primary Location: Jupiter

Benefits

  • Competitive pay + growth opportunities
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • HSA & FSA
  • Company provided Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K with company contributions
  • Paid time off + paid holidays
  • Discounted and Free Pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments

Key Skills

Dental AssistingPatient EducationInventory ManagementClinical Support

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $45k 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 score6.4 / 10 · above average in dental assistantranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$42k–$52kDental Assistant median $43k (middle half $42k–$44k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$45k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Assistant listings in Florida316 active5,791 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, 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.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dental Assistant at Confidential Employer a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$47k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Pediatrics Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

5 jobs
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<$50k
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$55k
1
$62k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

5 jobs
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

Smilist · Langhorne, Pennsylvania

$25-$30/hr
#2

Dental Assistant - Pediatrics

STRIDE Community Health Center · Aurora, Colorado

$22.62-$26.5/hr
#3

Pediatric Dental Assistant

$20-$24/hr
#4

Pediatric Dental Assistant III

$21.51 hourly
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Dental Assistant listings

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

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay + growth opportunities
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
HSA & FSA
Company provided Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K with company contributions
Paid time off + paid holidays

Living in Jupiter

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$733k
Typical market rent
$3,283/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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