Expanded Functions Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule

0159 R. DUSTIN DIXON DMD HOLDINGS LLC; North Port, Aspen (FL, CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Free CE through TAG U

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Florida is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support doctors and the DA team. You will help maintain smooth patient flow, assist during procedures, and ensure sterilization and infection control standards are met.

The role requires chairside proficiency, radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and CE maintenance. Experience in four-handed dentistry and patient education is valued, with a strong collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant license/registration as required by state.
• Radiology (X-ray) certification as required by state.
• Current CPR or BLS certification.
• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Proficient at chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry.
• Maintain and update annual CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with directing the DA office team to maintain productive patient flow.
• Assist doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory.
• Follow maintenance schedules for waterlines, autoclave, and compressor.
• Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures.
• Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level.
• Train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow.
• Follow OSHA regulations and HIPAA guidelines.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Provide patients with oral care instructions post-treatment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Monitor and assist in management of laboratory cases.
• Perform intraoral health scans under 5 minutes.
• Order and maintain supplies; manage practice budget.
• Perform additional expanded functions based on certification.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Infection control

HIPAA compliance

Patient communication

Education

Dental assistant license

Radiology certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

X-ray radiography equipment

Job description

Aspen Dental in Florida is seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant to support doctors and the DA team. You will help maintain smooth patient flow, assist during procedures, and ensure sterilization and infection control standards are met.

The role requires chairside proficiency, radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and CE maintenance. Experience in four-handed dentistry and patient education is valued, with a strong collaborative culture.