Specialty Dental Assistant Pediatrics
Listed compensation
$17.25/hr - $24.00/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join PDS Health as a Specialty Dental Assistant – Pediatrics, Full Benefits in Orlando, Florida, United States. Now is the time to join Nona Kids’ Dentists and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $17.25/hr - $24.00/hr.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401K
- Paid time to volunteer in your local community
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
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Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant supports clinicians by preparing patients for oral examinations, assisting with dental procedures, and maintaining a sterile and efficient clinical environment. They are also responsible for accurate patient charting, managing dental supplies, and ensuring a positive patient experience.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and meet all state-mandated training, certification, or licensure requirements for dental assistants. Reliable transportation is required as the role involves traveling to multiple office locations.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
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 ~$36k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $35k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$36k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
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