Dental Assistant - Pediatric Care & Radiography

Pancare of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PanCare of Florida is seeking a reliable, compassionate Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinical operations within our dental program. You will assist with clinical procedures, prepare treatment areas, and support patients and providers during visits.

Ideal candidates are patient-focused, organized, and team-oriented, with strong communication skills. High school diploma and accredited dental assistant training are required; EFDA certification is preferred. New graduates welcome.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assistant training program required.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in a dental office or clinic setting preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during exams, restorations, extractions, and preventive care.
• Take and record dental and medical history, vital signs, and diagnostic impressions.
• Expose and develop radiographs following safety and regulatory standards.
• Perform prophylaxis and fluoride treatments for children under supervision.
• Deliver patient and parent oral hygiene instructions and post-treatment guidance.
• Prepare operatories, equipment, and instruments prior to procedures.
• Disinfect, sterilize instruments and clinical areas per infection-control protocols.
• Assist with patient scheduling, front desk tasks, and documentation when needed.
• Support dental outreach efforts or off-site screenings when assigned.
• Maintain inventory, reorder supplies, and ensure equipment is properly maintained.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Patient-focused

Organized

Detail-oriented

Scheduling software

Education

High school diploma

Accredited dental assistant training program

EFDA certification (preferred)

Dental office/clinic experience (preferred)

Job description

PanCare of Florida is seeking a reliable, compassionate Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinical operations within our dental program. You will assist with clinical procedures, prepare treatment areas, and support patients and providers during visits.

Ideal candidates are patient-focused, organized, and team-oriented, with strong communication skills. High school diploma and accredited dental assistant training are required; EFDA certification is preferred. New graduates welcome.