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Ideal Dental
Orlando, Florida

Oral Surgery Dental Assistant

Dental AssistantPart-Time

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Job Description

At Ideal Dental, we’re on a mission to revolutionize dental care—and we want you to be part of the journey! As one of North America's fastest-growing dental groups, we're driven by our vision to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental services all under one roof. Established in 2008, we’re proud to be clinician-founded and clinician-led, with a focus on patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to innovation and growth.

As an Part-Time Oral Surgery Dental Assistant at Ideal Dental, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and support to both our patients and dental team. You’ll be empowered with the training, tools, and resources to advance your career while making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Every day, you’ll help create beautiful smiles and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.

What You’ll Do

Prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, materials, and equipment.

Prepare patients for surgery, including applying topical anesthetics and explaining the procedure to help them feel at ease.

Provide "chairside" assistance to the oral surgeon, anticipating their needs and efficiently passing instruments.

Maintain a clear surgical field using suction hoses and other equipment.

Monitor patient vital signs (e. g., blood pressure, heart rate) and anesthesia levels.

Provide patients with detailed post-operative instructions for managing pain, preventing infection, and promoting healing.

  • Clean and disinfect the operating room and instruments after the procedure.
  • Schedule follow-up appointments and handle other administrative tasks as needed.
  • Monitor and replenish surgical supplies and inventory.
  • Operate X-ray and 3D scanning equipment to take and process dental radiographs.

Responsibilities

  • Greeting guests with a smile
  • Assisting Oral Surgeons with procedures
  • Sterilizing instruments and setting up trays
  • Preparing treatment rooms
  • Assisting with conscious and iv sedation
  • Performing X-rays
  • Charting existing and recommended treatments
  • Performing other duties as required to support the office and oral surgery team
  • What do you need to have to be a part of our team?
  • Active Registered Dental Assistant License
  • Current CPR certification
  • Minimum of 1 year of specific oral surgery experience
  • Must be willing to travel within assigned areas

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Ideal Dental, we’re committed to helping you grow professionally, providing you with opportunities to expand your skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and make a lasting impact on your patients. If you’re passionate about dental care, thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, and want to be part of a team that values both excellence and compassion, this is the place for you.

Monthly Bonus Potential

  • Medical insurance.
  • Discounted dental benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependent children.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 401K.
  • Employee scholarship program.

At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team. We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work. Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters

Requirements

Applicants must hold an active Registered Dental Assistant license and current CPR certification. At least one year of specific oral surgery experience is required, along with willingness to travel within assigned areas.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Oral Surgery AssistanceInstrument SterilizationSurgical Tray SetupTreatment Room PreparationConscious Sedation AssistanceIntravenous Sedation AssistanceDental RadiographyPatient Vital Sign MonitoringAnesthesia MonitoringPost-Operative Patient InstructionsDental ChartingInventory ManagementAppointment SchedulingPatient Communication

Surgery Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Ideal Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 34 active listings.

What does the Dental Assistant market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDental Assistant median $56k (middle half $50k–$61k)17 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Assistant listings in Florida323 active5,821 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusFlorida healthcare professional listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment323 active listings, Oct 2026
Ideal Dentalsilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index34 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, 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.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Dental Assistant listings for work-life

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

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About Ideal Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, TX
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Monthly bonus potential
Medical insurance
Discounted dental benefits for employee and family
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K
Employee scholarship program

Living in Orlando

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,889/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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.