Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our modern cosmetic dental practice. The ideal candidate has experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist the doctor during cosmetic, restorative, and general dental procedures.
- Support smile design cases, including mock-ups, temporaries, and patient presentations.
- Manage Invisalign cases, including digital scans, attachment placement, tray delivery, patient education, and follow-up appointments.
- Perform high-quality intraoral scans using digital scanners (iTero, 3Shape, or similar).
- Take accurate alginate and PVS impressions when needed.
- Capture high-quality intraoral and extraoral clinical photographs.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before each procedure.
- Maintain strict sterilization and infection control protocols following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
- Take digital radiographs (if certified).
- Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Ensure operatories remain clean, organized, and fully stocked.
- Deliver outstanding patient care by creating a welcoming, comfortable, and professional experience.
- Assist with patient education before and after treatment.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to maintain efficient daily workflow.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
- Experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry is highly preferred.
- Experience with Invisalign cases is preferred.
- Proficiency with digital intraoral scanners.
- Experience taking traditional dental impressions (alginate and/or PVS).
- Current Dental Assistant certification as required by the State of Florida.
- X-ray certification preferred.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-end dental practice.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Digital Smile Design (DSD) workflows.
- Knowledge of veneers, crowns, implant restorations, and aesthetic dentistry.
- Familiarity with dental software such as Dentrix, Open Dental, or similar.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Experience with same-day dentistry or digital workflows is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
