Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedules & Patient Care

Guardian Dentistry; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus-based pay

Paid Vacation

401k with matching

Health, dental, and vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry in Orange Park is hiring a Dental Assistant. You will prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and assist dentists during procedures, including taking X-rays and handling lab tasks. You’ll greet patients, schedule appointments and provide oral hygiene guidance.

A certified dental assistant program and radiographic certification are required, with polishing bonus if qualified. We offer a competitive hourly rate plus bonuses, 401k with matching, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program is required.
• Radiographic certification is required.
• Coronal Polishing is a plus but not required.
• 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and ensure equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process dental X-rays and perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments and advise on oral hygiene.
• Maintain patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiographic certification

X-ray machine operation

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Certified dental assistant training program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Guardian Dentistry in Orange Park is hiring a Dental Assistant. You will prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments and assist dentists during procedures, including taking X-rays and handling lab tasks. You’ll greet patients, schedule appointments and provide oral hygiene guidance.

A certified dental assistant program and radiographic certification are required, with polishing bonus if qualified. We offer a competitive hourly rate plus bonuses, 401k with matching, and comprehensive