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Dental Assistant (Pediatric Focus)
Family Dental Home | Casselberry, FL
Do you enjoy working with children and know how to turn nervous visits into positive experiences?
Family Dental Home is a relationship-driven practice where kids feel safe, parents feel heard, and the team supports each other. We’re looking for a Dental Assistant who brings energy, patience, and consistency, someone who helps children build confidence in the dental chair, not fear it.
About Us
From the first phone call to the goodbye at checkout, we focus on personalized care and trust. Our goal is simple: every child leaves smiling and wants to come back.
Our Core Values
- Honesty
- Lifelong Learning
- Trust & Compassion
- Optimism
Position Responsibilities
- Prepare operatories and review patient charts
- Take diagnostic radiographs (PA, bitewing, panoramic)
- Comfort and guide pediatric patients during treatment
- Help parents understand treatment needs and home care
- Assist the doctor during restorative and preventive procedures
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow-through
- Help create a calm, organized clinical flow
Minimum Qualifications
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
- EFDA Certification (Required)
- Comfortable working with children and families
What We’re Looking For
- Warm, patient-centered personality (kids respond to your energy)
- Independent and proactive, notices what needs to be done
- Able to multitask without losing attention to detail
- Strong communication skills with both children and parents
- Dependable and punctual
- Comfortable using computers and dental software (Eaglesoft preferred)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Monthly bonuses
- Free dental services for you
- On-the-job training & growth opportunities
- Company-sponsored professional development workshops
If you enjoy helping children feel safe and confident while building strong clinical skills, we’d love to meet you. Apply with your resume today.
Education: EFDA Certification
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- EFDA Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20