Dental Assistant - Flexible Hours, Modern Clinic

Dental Care Alliance; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Continuing education support

Advanced dental technology

Job summary

Dental Associates of Florida - Polk Parkway in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with patient care and treatment procedures. The role emphasizes teamwork, high patient satisfaction, and compliance with safety standards.

Ideal candidates have prior dental assisting experience and are prepared to maintain OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training. The position offers a modern facility with advanced dental technology and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• Six months on-the-job experience with supporting documentation.
• X-Ray certification and Nitrous Oxide certification preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent and ongoing OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake.
• Assist in emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency directory.

Skills

Dental assisting

CPR certification

Infection control

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

Six months on-the-job experience

X-Ray certification

Nitrous Oxide certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dental Associates of Florida - Polk Parkway in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the clinical team with patient care and treatment procedures. The role emphasizes teamwork, high patient satisfaction, and compliance with safety standards.

Ideal candidates have prior dental assisting experience and are prepared to maintain OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training. The position offers a modern facility with advanced dental technology and flexible scheduling options.