Traveling Periodontal Dental Assistant

Watts Dental - Palmetto, FL; Florida; Presencial; USD 39.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Continuing education assistance

Professional development opportunities

Modern equipment and advanced clinical

Descripción de la vacante

Watts Dental - Palmetto, FL is seeking a Traveling Periodontal Dental Assistant to support periodontists across our Palmetto, Apollo Beach, and Fishhawk offices. This role involves hands-on experience with specialty and surgical procedures and requires travel approximately 1–3 days per week.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of specialty dental assisting, current Dental Assistant and X‑Ray certifications, and experience with IV sedation and blood draws.

Formación

• Minimum of 1 year of specialty dental assisting experience.
• Current Dental Assistant certification.
• Current X-Ray certification.
• Experience assisting with IV sedation procedures.
• Experience performing blood draws.
• Periodontal surgical experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different office environments and schedules.

Responsabilidades

• Assist specialists during periodontal, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Support IV sedation appointments and monitor patient readiness.
• Draw blood when required for specialty procedures.
• Prepare, transport, and organize surgical instruments and materials between locations.
• Set up treatment rooms and maintain clinical efficiency.
• Follow sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Educate and support patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure seamless care across offices.

Conocimientos

Specialty dental assisting

IV sedation procedures

Blood draws

Team collaboration

Organization & communication

Educación

Dental Assistant certification

X-Ray certification

Descripción del empleo

Advance Your Dental Career With a Specialty-Focused Team

Watts Dental is looking for a skilled Traveling Periodontal Dental Assistant to support our specialists across multiple office locations. This is an exciting opportunity for an assistant who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting, and wants to gain experience with advanced surgical and periodontal procedures.

Our practice offers comprehensive dental care, including IV sedation, implant dentistry, periodontal treatment, specialty services, and cutting-edge technology. You'll be a key member of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while continuing to expand your own knowledge and skills.

Why Join Watts Dental?

At Watts Dental, professional development isn't just encouraged, it's part of our culture. We provide an environment where team members are empowered to learn, collaborate, and build rewarding careers.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience assisting with specialty and surgical procedures.
• The opportunity to work closely with periodontists and other dental specialists.
• Exposure to advanced treatment techniques and technologies.
• Continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
• A supportive team that values collaboration, respect, and excellence.

Your Responsibilities

As a Traveling Specialty Dental Assistant, you'll play an important role in delivering a consistent, high-quality patient experience across several office locations.

Daily Duties Include:

• Assisting specialists during periodontal, implant, and surgical procedures.
• Supporting IV sedation appointments and helping monitor patient readiness.
• Drawing blood when required for specialty procedures.
• Preparing, transporting, and organizing surgical instruments and materials between locations.
• Setting up treatment rooms and maintaining clinical efficiency throughout the day.
• Following all sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Educating and supporting patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Collaborating with clinical teams to ensure seamless care across offices.

Qualifications

We're looking for a dependable and clinically skilled professional who enjoys working as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of specialty dental assisting experience.
• Current Dental Assistant certification.
• Current X-Ray certification.
• Experience assisting with IV sedation procedures.
• Experience performing blood draws.
• Periodontal surgical experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different office environments and schedules.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Modern equipment and advanced clinical technology
• Positive, family-oriented team culture

Home Base

St. Petersburg, FL

Travel Schedule

Travel to our Palmetto, Apollo Beach, and Fishhawk offices approximately 1-3 days per week based on specialist schedules and patient needs.

Work Hours

Monday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday - Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Our Commitment to Excellence

We believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional team members.

Our culture is built on:

• Integrity – Acting honestly and doing what's right.
• Clinical Excellence – Delivering outstanding care and continually improving our skills.
• Growth – Investing in learning, development, and mentorship.
• Team Support – Helping one another succeed and enjoy the journey.
• Service – Creating positive experiences for patients and our communities.

If you're looking for a role that offers advanced clinical experience, career development, and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled specialists, we'd love to meet you.