Pediatric Dental Assistant
Listed compensation
$18-$23/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
We're looking for a friendly, energetic, and reliable Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team! If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
As a valued member of our progressive pediatric dental practice, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team. We offer competitive pay, bonus opportunities, uniforms, and a positive work environment where your contributions are appreciated. We're hoping for an immediate start!
Dental assisting experience is required. Candidates without prior dental experience will not be considered.
All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.
Requirements
Job Tasks
- Prepared and arranged needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
- Handed necessary tools and equipment to the dentist and provided assistance during treatment.
- Performing prophylaxis, administering fluoride treatments
- Recorded findings, changed barriers, or sterilized equipment.
- Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Asking about the patient's medical history
- Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
Providing patients with instructions for oral care or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health;(e. g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
- Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
Communicating with patients and suppliers (e. g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies)
Requirements
- FULL TIME - 38-40 HOURS / WEEK MINIMUM
- SCHEDULE: TBD upon completion of interview and hire
- LOCATION: Pembroke Pines and Plantation
- Bilingual speaker is a plus (both English/ Spanish)
- Multi-tasker with attention to detail.
Outgoing/positive attitude. Smile!
- Loves working with children
- Customer service oriented
- Orthodontic experience is a plus!
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
$18 - $23 an hour
Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant will support the dentist during various treatment procedures, including preparing instruments, taking radiographs, and performing prophylaxis. They are also responsible for patient comfort, oral hygiene education, and managing office administrative tasks.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
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 ~$43k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $41k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $37k–$48k | Dental Assistant median $43k (middle half $42k–$46k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$41k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Assistant listings in Florida | 318 active | 5,806 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment318 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$43k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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