Dental Assistant: Chairside Support & X-Ray Care

Family-Dentistry-of-Port-Charlotte; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HSA

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learning Management System trainings

Annual Employee Engagement Survey

Job summary

Family Dentistry of Port Charlotte is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in a clinic setting. The role involves clinical and administrative duties to ensure procedural efficiency and high-quality patient care.

The candidate should be licensed with X-Ray certification and have experience in a dental office, strong knowledge of dental terminology, and proficiency with dental software. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and patient-centered culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification in dental assisting field required.
• X-Ray certification required.
• Proven experience in a dental office.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during procedures (fillings, X-rays, cleanings).
• Prepare instruments, equipment and materials per procedure.
• Set up dental trays, ensure readiness and organization.
• Greet and prepare patients, explain procedures, answer questions.
• Take patient histories and update medical records.
• Prepare and maintain dental equipment and treatment rooms.
• May take dental X-rays with high-quality imaging.
• Provide post-operative instructions to patients.

Skills

Dental terminology

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Family Dentistry of Port Charlotte is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in a clinic setting. The role involves clinical and administrative duties to ensure procedural efficiency and high-quality patient care.

The candidate should be licensed with X-Ray certification and have experience in a dental office, strong knowledge of dental terminology, and proficiency with dental software. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and patient-centered culture.