My Dentist of Fort Lauderdale is looking for an experienced, dependable, and enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our growing team!
We are a modern, privately owned dental practice committed to providing high-quality dentistry in a comfortable, welcoming, and patient-centered environment. We are looking for a positive and motivated individual who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients, and is eager to grow with our practice. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work efficiently while maintaining a warm and caring approach. Our practice provides comprehensive dental care, including preventive and restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign® and clear aligner therapy, root canal treatment, crown and bridge procedures, dental implants, oral surgery, and emergency dental care.
A minimum of 2 years of dental assisting experience is required.
Responsibilities:
- Take high-quality digital dental X-rays and intraoral images
- Welcome patients and help create a comfortable, positive dental experience
- Follow all infection-control procedures and applicable health and safety regulations
- Build rapport with patients and provide reassurance to those who may feel anxious
- Educate patients regarding recommended dental procedures and oral health
- Provide clear and comprehensive post-operative instructions
- Assist the dentist during general, restorative, cosmetic, endodontic, surgical, and implant procedures
- Prepare treatment rooms and ensure operatories are properly stocked and organized
- Set up and break down treatment rooms efficiently between patients
- Clean, sterilize, organize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
- Fabricate high-quality temporary crowns and bridges
- Take dental impressions and assist with digital scanning when needed
- Maintain accurate and complete clinical documentation and patient records
- Communicate effectively with the doctor, team members, patients, and dental laboratories
- Help maintain a clean, organized, professional, and fully stocked clinical environmen
- Current Florida dental radiography certification required
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification preferred
- Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, instruments, materials, and sterilization protocols
- Experience assisting with crown and bridge procedures, root canals, oral surgery, and implant dentistry preferred
- Ability to fabricate temporary crowns and bridges
- Experience with digital impressions and intraoral scanning is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Friendly, compassionate, professional, and patient-focused demeanor
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Dependable, punctual, responsible, and reliable
- Comfortable using computers and able to learn new dental software and technology
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive team culture
- Willingness to learn, grow, and accept constructive feedbackCompensation and Benefits
- Full-time position
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Biweekly payroll, Direct deposit, Paid time off
- Employee dental benefits
- Modern, state-of-the-art dental office
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and continued learningSchedule
Full-time position. Availability to work Saturdays is a must.
If you are an experienced Dental Assistant who takes pride in your work and wants to grow with a supportive private practice, we would love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24-30
Work Location: In person
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
