Pediatric Dental Assistant
Listed compensation
$18-$22/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Our office has proudly served the community in private practice for 15 years, and we’re excited to be growing! We provide exceptional pediatric dental care paired with outstanding customer service, treating every patient and parent with the respect they deserve.
Our team consists of dedicated professionals who genuinely love their work and enjoy collaborating with one another. If you’re seeking a long-term opportunity in a vibrant, expanding practice and have a passion for working with children, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Details
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
Take Patients' Medical and Dental History
- Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
- Provide Pre/Post OP instructions for oral care following dental treatment procedures.
Teach patients oral hygiene to maintain oral health (e. g., tooth brushing and flossing).
- Chart/enter a treatment and notes into Eagle soft.
- Dental cleanings/prophylaxis, fluoride application, and sealants
- Sterilization and cleaning chairs
- And other tasks to keep our office clean and tidy
Requirements
- MUST LOVE WORKING WITH CHILDREN.
- 1 year of Dental Assisting experience
- X-Ray Certification (preferred)
- Excellent communication and computer skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Full-time: Monday - Thursday
- Hours: 7:45am - 5 pm
Our office has proudly served the community in private practice for 15 years, and we’re excited to be growing! We provide exceptional pediatric dental care paired with outstanding customer service, treating every patient and parent with the respect they deserve.
Our team consists of dedicated professionals who genuinely love their work and enjoy collaborating with one another. If you’re seeking a long-term opportunity in a vibrant, expanding practice and have a passion for working with children, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Details
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
Take Patients' Medical and Dental History
- Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
- Provide Pre/Post OP instructions for oral care following dental treatment procedures.
Teach patients oral hygiene to maintain oral health (e. g., tooth brushing and flossing).
- Chart/enter a treatment and notes into Eagle soft.
- Dental cleanings/prophylaxis, fluoride application, and sealants
- Sterilization and cleaning chairs
- And other tasks to keep our office clean and tidy
Requirements
- MUST LOVE WORKING WITH CHILDREN.
- 1 year of Dental Assisting experience
- X-Ray Certification (preferred)
- Excellent communication and computer skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Full-time: Monday - Thursday
- Hours: 7:45am - 5 pm
Key Responsibilities
Assist the dentist with treatment procedures, take and develop dental radiographs, record patient histories, and help children feel comfortable throughout their visits. Provide oral care instructions and hygiene education, chart treatment in Eaglesoft, perform prophylaxis and preventive treatments, and maintain clean, sterilized treatment areas.
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 ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k 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 ~$42k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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