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Winter Park, Florida

Pediatric Dental Assistant @ Main Street Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics of Winter Park

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 1 day ago · Verified live

Job Description

Main Street Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics of Winter Park is looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant in Winter Park, FL to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Position Overview: As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What We Offer

  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Support for continuing education and professional development

Modern Office with Advanced Dental Technology

How to Apply: If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to advance your career in a modern, patient-centered practice, we invite you to apply by submitting your CV.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today to join our mission-driven team!

Responsibilities

  • Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
  • Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
  • Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.

Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)

Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.

Qualifications

  • Qualifications:
  • Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or
  • Six months on-the-job-experience (with supporting documentation)
  • X-Ray certification
  • Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

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Legal Disclaimer: We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Key Skills

SterilizationPatient educationDental impressionsRecord keepingOSHA complianceHIPAA complianceNitrous oxide administration

Pediatrics 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).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution6 jobs

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution7 jobs

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Winter Park

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$426k
Typical market rent
$1,812/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
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 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Dental Care Alliance

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Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling options
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability benefits
401(k) plan
Support for continuing education and professional development
Modern office with advanced dental technology