Pediatrics Dental Assistant

Great Expressions; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Expressions Dental Centers in Port Saint Lucie, FL is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced practice. You will support the dental team, prepare rooms, sterilize instruments, educate patients, and help ensure smooth clinical workflow.

Candidates with EFDA or X-ray certification preferred; training available. Strong organizational and communication skills, compassionate demeanor, and ability to multitask are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting preferred, but training available.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and patient care.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with dental software and technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental team and provide patient care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Support dentists during procedures and ensure smooth workflow.
• Perform basic dental procedures under supervision.
• Manage appointment scheduling and patient records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Compassionate demeanor

Education

Dental assisting education

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Join our dynamic and thriving dental practice as a Dental Assistant! At Great Expressions Dental Centers, we're seeking an energetic and motivated individual to join our team and positively impact our patients' oral health. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, this is the perfect position for you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist our experienced dental team in providing exceptional patient care
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure a clean and organized environment
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care
• Support dentists during procedures, anticipating their needs and ensuring smooth workflow
• Perform basic dental procedures under the guidance of a licensed dentist
• Manage appointment scheduling and maintain patient records accurately

Qualifications:

• Previous dental assisting experience or relevant education is preferred, but we're willing to train the right candidate.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanor
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in dental software and technology is a plus

Requirements:

• Connecticut: certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays.
• Florida: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification and proof of formal training to expose X-rays (including FDOH Permit to expose X-rays).
• Georgia: CPR Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification, and proof of formal training to expose X-rays.
• Massachusetts: CPR Certification, proof of formal training to expose X-rays, BORID certification and annual CE requirements must be completed per state regulations.
• Michigan: Upon hiring, you are required to furnish evidence of X-ray training certification. If you do not possess certification at the time of hiring, you are granted an 8-week period to submit it.
• New Jersey: Proof of X-ray training.
• New York: Not applicable.
• Ohio: Proof of formal training to expose X-rays (including FDOH Permit to Expose X-rays)
• Texas: CPR Certification, TSBDE: TX State Board of Dental Examiners.