Dental Assistant

Tarpon Dental; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K with match

Employee dental benefit

Structured team environment

Job summary

Tarpon Dental in Tarpon Springs, FL, is seeking an experienced Dental Team Member to support patient care and treatment planning in a quality-driven dental practice.

This full-time role is crucial for facilitating patient confidence and successful treatment acceptance, and it offers a salary of $22–$28 per hour based on experience. The position requires strong communication skills and a professional attitude.

Enjoy a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and increased responsibility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental assisting experience required.
• Calm, professional, team-oriented attitude is essential.
• EFDA or advanced experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled four-handed chairside assisting.
• Anticipate the doctor’s needs and help maintain smooth clinical flow.
• Support treatment plan presentation.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Strong communication skills

Patient education skills

Job description

Full-Time - 32 hours - 4 days

We are a patient-focused, quality-driven Privately owned dental practice seeking an experienced Dental Team Member who enjoys being an active part of patient care, treatment planning, and case acceptance.

This is not an entry-level position. We’re looking for someone confident, proactive, and comfortable supporting both the doctor and patients through the treatment process.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide skilled four-handed chairside assisting.
• Anticipate the doctor’s needs and help maintain smooth clinical flow.
• Support treatment plan presentation.
• Reinforce recommendations and help patients feel confident moving forward with care.
• Play an active role in treatment acceptance.
• Communicate clearly with patients and the front office.
• Maintain organized operatories and respect all equipment and systems.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Someone comfortable on the phone and with ongoing phone training.
• Comfortable discussing treatment and answering patient questions.
• Calm, professional, team-oriented attitude.
• Reliable, accountable, and motivated to grow.
• EFDA or advanced experience a plus (not required).

Compensation & Schedule:

• $22–$28/hour, based on experience.
• Full-time (approximately 32 hours/week).
• Paid time off.
• 401K with match.
• Employee dental benefit.
• Supportive, structured, and respectful team environment.
• Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility.

Why Our Office:

• We value excellent dentistry and patient experience.
• Clear expectations and leadership.
• A drama-free, professional culture.
• You are treated as a key part of the treatment team — not “just an assistant”.

To apply:

Please send your resume and a brief note about your experience and why this role interests you.