Traveling Periodontic Dental Assistant @ Florida Dental Centers - Pinellas Park

Dental Care Alliance; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental organization is seeking a Traveling Periodontic Dental Assistant to support the clinical team in providing high-quality patient care in Clearwater, Florida. This full-time position offers opportunities for career advancement in a compassionate and patient-centered environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Support for continuing education and professional development

Modern office with advanced dental technology

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program or on-the-job experience (min 1 year)
• X-Ray certification in FL
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Ensure infection control protocols and maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Support

Education

Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Overview

Overview

Florida Dental Centers - Pinellas Park is looking for an experienced Traveling Periodontic Dental Assistant to assist our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment.

Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:30AM -12:30PM 1:30PM-5:30PM

Position Overview

As a Dental Assistant you are an integral part of care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. Support our mission to providing excellent dental care in the community and help us create more smiles and memorable experiences. Join a team that believes in teamwork and truly cares about their patients. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern office with advanced dental technology
  
  

How To Apply

If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to advance your career in a modern, patient-centered practice, we invite you to apply by submitting your CV.

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today to join our mission-driven team!

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome, comfort, and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays, assist with impressions, and maintain study models.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality, and follow workplace regulations..
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, including scheduling and patient intake (if needed)
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program
  
  

or

• on-the-job-experience (min 1 year)
• X-Ray certification in FL
• Nitrous Oxide certification is highly recommended
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to travel to our other Florida Dental Center offices as needed (Travel reimbursement included)
  
  

Dental Assistant are also expected to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, CPR, and infection control training as required by law.

Legal Disclaimer

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements.

The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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