Dental Assistant
Job Description
*Dental Assistant – Bilingual (English/Spanish) *
Join Our Family-Owned Practice!
Our established dental office has proudly served the community for over 30 years, providing high-quality care with a personal, compassionate touch. We are now seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team.
If you're passionate about patient care, love working in a collaborative environment, and are ready to step into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!
Position Overview
As Dental Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining efficient clinical operations and ensuring an exceptional experience for every patient. This role is ideal for a highly motivated, organized, and experienced dental assistant who thrives in a leadership capacity.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during a wide variety of procedures
- Lead and support a team of dental assistants and coordinate daily clinical flow
- Take and process dental X-rays
- Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
- Prepare treatment rooms and patients for procedures
- Educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices
- Manage inventory of clinical supplies and ensure rooms are stocked
- Support the front desk with patient communication as needed
- Help maintain a calm, professional, and patient-focused atmosphere
Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a dental assistant
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership or team coordination experience preferred
- Proficiency in taking X-rays and working with dental software (e.g., Dentrix)
- Radiology certification and any required local certifications
- CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer
- Supportive, family-oriented work environment
- Long-term team with low turnover
- Opportunity to grow within the role
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Paid time off, holidays, vacations, health/dental insurance
Apply Today!
If you're an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and experienced dental assistant looking to make a real difference in patients’ lives, we invite you to apply. Join us in delivering exceptional dental care and creating healthy smiles every day!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English & Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Direct patient care • Spanish • CPR Certification • Customer communication • Dental office • Management • Dental assisting • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Team leadership • Operations coordination • BLS Certification • Paid holidays • In-person customer service • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Operating room preparation • English • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Healthcare practice inventory management • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Dentrix • Dental x-ray • Dental equipment • Leading team collaboration initiatives • Patient care leadership • Care facility supply management • Patient interaction • Clinical team leadership • In-person • Patient treatment • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Oral hygiene assistance • Leadership • 2 years • Communication skills • Radiology Certification • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Salary
- 22 - 25 USD hourly (44,000 - 50,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Assistant in FL: $40k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 2, 2026
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