Dental Assistant I

North American Dental Group; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k)

Competitive paid time off

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A dental care provider in Port Saint Lucie, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant I to deliver excellent chair-side support and patient education. Candidates should possess a Dental Assisting Certification, state licensing for radiography, and CPR certification. This role offers competitive pay of $21.00 to $24.00 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent chair-side clinical support and assistance to doctors and hygienists.
• Record and review patient health history and ensure completion of forms.
• Review the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepare patients and assist dentists during dental procedures.
• Expose and develop dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety requirements.

Skills

Proficiency in charting and operating dental software

Attention to detail

Knowledge of office protocols

Comfortable with radiography

Excellent communication skills

Awareness of OSHA and HIPAA regulations

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

State-licensed radiography/X-ray certification

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Dental Assistant I – North American Dental Group (NADG) – Port St Lucie, FL – Salary: $21.00–$24.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent chair‑side clinical support and assistance to doctors and hygienists, including charting, operatory set/clean‑up, and patient education.
• Record and review patient health history, make chart entries under the doctor's direction, and ensure completion of forms and signatures in dental software.
• Review the daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
• Prepare patients, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, maintain chain of asepsis, prepare materials, and assist dentists during dental procedures following OSHA guidelines.
• Expose and develop dental diagnostic radiographs.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines, CPR, X‑ray safety, and other required certifications and registrations.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in charting and operating dental software.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Knowledge of office protocols for patient preparation and instrument sterilization.
• Comfortable with radiography and related diagnostic techniques.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education.
• Awareness of OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certification or equivalent on‑the‑job training.
• 1–5 years of experience preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• State‑licensed radiography/X‑ray certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service, support, and education to patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k).
• Competitive paid time off for part‑time and full‑time team members, increasing with tenure.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuing education.
• Exciting, supportive work environment that values autonomy and individuality.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.