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Great Expressions Dental Centers
Wesley Chapel, Florida

Pediatric Dental Assistant

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$22.5/hr

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Job Description

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. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, this is the perfect position for you!

Responsibilities

  • Assist our experienced dental team in providing exceptional patient care
  • Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean and organized environment
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care
  • Support dentists during procedures, anticipating their needs and ensuring smooth workflow
  • Perform basic dental procedures under the guidance of a licensed dentist
  • Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records accurately

Qualifications

Previous dental assisting experience or relevant education is preferred, but we're willing to train the right candidate.

  • Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Strong communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanor
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in dental software and technology is a plus

Requirements

  • Before applying, it is imperative that you meet the state requirements outlined below.
  • Connecticut: certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays.

Florida: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays (including FDOH Permit to expose X-rays).

Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays.

Massachusetts: CPR Certification, proof of formal training to expose X-rays, BORID certification and annual CE requirements must be completed per state regulations.

Michigan: Upon hiring, you are required to furnish evidence of X-ray training certification. If you do not possess certification at the time of hiring, you are granted an 8-week period to submit it.

  • New Jersey: Proof of X-ray training.
  • New York: Not applicable.
  • Ohio: Proof of formal training to expose X-rays (including FDOH Permit to Expose X-rays)
  • Texas: CPR Certification, TSBDE: TX State Board of Dental Examiners.

At Great Expressions, we offer competitive compensation, a supportive team, and the opportunity to grow in your dental career. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where you can contribute to the oral health of our community, apply today! Please submit your resume outlining your interest in the position. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our dedicated team of dental professionals.

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GEDC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

SterilizationOral hygiene educationMultitaskingX-ray exposureClinical support

Pediatrics Career Context

Great Expressions Dental Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 67 active listings.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k 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).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$44k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Pediatrics Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs

2
<$50k
1
$52k
3
$62k
1
$70k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution8 jobs

0
1-2
0
3-4
2
5-6
6
7-8
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9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

CHAS Health · Spokane, Washington

$23.75-$33.86/hr
#2

Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant

Kids Teeth – Dr. Mike and Dr. Will · Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

$26-$30/hr
#3

Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant

$26-$30/hr
#4

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

$25-$30/hr
+ 6 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Pediatrics (Dental) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 324 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Wesley Chapel

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$335k
Typical market rent
$2,220/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Great Expressions Dental Centers

Dentists
Southfield, MI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Supportive team environment
Career growth opportunities