Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Listed compensation
$21-$25/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join Aspen Dental as a Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery in Tallahassee, Florida, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $21 - $25/hr.
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
- Career development and growth opportunities
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
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Key Responsibilities
The dental assistant will support the clinical needs of patients and doctors by assisting during treatment procedures and managing infection control. They are also responsible for taking X-rays, educating patients on oral hygiene, and traveling to nearby offices to provide care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active license, registration, or permit as required by the state, including X-ray certification. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver's license for daily travel.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
Aspen Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 288 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$48k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $46k 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 ~$48k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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