Dental Assistant

Village Periodontics & Dental Implant; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive team environment

Advanced technology and procedures

Job summary

Village Periodontics & Dental Implant Center seeks a Surgical Dental Assistant to support surgeons in a fast-paced implant and periodontal practice in The Villages, FL. This full-time role combines chairside assisting, radiography, and patient care to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of dental assisting experience, radiology certification, and a solid infection control background.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• Experience assisting with periodontal surgeries and dental implants.
• Current radiology certification.
• Strong knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the periodontist and prosthodontist during surgical and restorative procedures, including implants and grafts.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain sterile environments.
• Take digital radiographs and CBCT scans.
• Fabricate and adjust temporary restorations as needed.
• Educate patients on pre- and post-operative care.
• Manage surgical inventory and supplies.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and charting.
• Provide exceptional customer service and enhance patient experience.

Skills

Dental assisting

Periodontal surgeries

Dental implants

Radiology certification

Infection control

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

CBCT imaging

Intraoral scanners

Job description

Village Periodontics and Dental Implant Center

WE ARE GROWING, COME JOIN OUR TEAM

Surgical Dental Assistant

In-office | Full-time

The Villages, FL

Website: Village Periodontics & Dental Implant Center

About Us

We are a premier oral surgery practice dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a modern, comfortable environment. We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Surgical Dental Assistant to support our surgeons and clinical team. Our office combines the expertise of Periodontics and Prosthodontics to provide exceptional care in dental implants, periodontal surgery, and full-mouth rehabilitation.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in oral surgery, enjoys a fast-paced setting, and is committed to providing a safe and outstanding patient experience. The ideal candidate is a team player who is organized, patient-focused, and comfortable assisting with a wide variety of surgical and restorative procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the periodontist and prosthodontist during surgical and restorative procedures, including:
  • Dental implant placement and restoration
  • Bone grafting and sinus augmentation
  • Soft tissue grafting
  • Extractions and periodontal surgeries
  • Full-arch implant cases and prosthetic conversions
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain sterile surgical environments
• Take digital radiographs and CBCT scans
• Fabricate and adjust temporary restorations as needed
• Educate patients on pre- and post-operative care
• Manage surgical inventory and supplies
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and charting
• Provide exceptional customer service and help create a positive patient experience

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience
• Experience assisting with periodontal surgeries and dental implants
• Current radiology certification
• Strong knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Experience in prosthodontic practice
• Experience with:
  • Implant restorations
  • Full-arch conversions
  • Intraoral scanners
  • CBCT imaging
  • Temporary prosthesis fabrication
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification (if applicable)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health and dental benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work with advanced technology and cutting-edge procedures

If you are passionate about surgical dentistry and have experience in both Periodontics and Prosthodontics, we would love to hear from you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.