Pediatric Dental Assistant
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Friday
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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!
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Required Qualifications
EFDA certification - Bilingual in English and Spanish
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.
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
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).
Great Expressions Dental Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 62 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dental assistant | ranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dental Assistant median $42k (middle half $42k–$43k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Assistant listings in Florida | 312 active | 5,778 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 2% offer loan repayment312 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,222 in the last 30 days | 752 the 30 days before (+63%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Great Expressions Dental Centers | silver tier, 70/100 | Top Employers work-life index62 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dental Assistant at Great Expressions Dental Centers a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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