Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Join an Amazing Team at Our Brand-New Dental Practice!

Soft Hands Dental | Wellington, FL | $20–$24/hr + Bonuses

Love Dentistry, Great People, and a Positive Work Environment? We Want to Meet You!

Imagine actually looking forward to coming to work.

Imagine being part of a beautiful, brand-new dental practice where your hard work is recognized, your ideas are valued, your teammates support you, and you have opportunities to grow your skills every day.

*Welcome to Soft Hands Dental! *

We're an exciting new, state-of-the-art, cosmetic and implant dental practice in Wellington, FL, and we're looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and caring Dental Assistant to grow with us!

We're building something special, and we want people who are excited to be part of it.

If you're a dental assistant who takes pride in your clinical skills, genuinely enjoys connecting with patients, and wants to work in an environment where teamwork and respect come first, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Why You'll LOVE Working With Us

A Positive, Respectful Team Culture

We believe that great dentistry starts with a great team.

We're committed to creating a workplace built on mutual respect, kindness, open communication, and genuine teamwork.

No egos. No unnecessary drama. Just people who support each other, communicate openly, and work together to provide exceptional patient care.

We believe in recognizing great work, celebrating team wins, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued.

Your ideas matter. Your contributions matter. And we want you to feel proud of the team you're part of.

Learn Advanced Dentistry & Take Your Skills to the Next Level

We want our dental assistants to continue learning, building confidence, and growing professionally.

You'll have opportunities to expand your knowledge and experience in:

• Dental implants and surgical procedures
• Digital dentistry and intraoral scanning
• Cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers
• Invisalign and clear aligner therapy
• Laser dentistry
• Advanced restorative and crown-and-bridge procedures

Whether you're passionate about perfecting your temporary crowns, learning new digital workflows, or assisting with advanced treatments, we want to help you become an even better dental assistant.

Be Part of Something Special From Day One

This isn't just another dental assisting position.

You'll have the opportunity to join a growing practice from the beginning and help shape the systems, culture, and patient experience that define Soft Hands Dental.

We want team members who bring ideas, take initiative, and feel a genuine sense of ownership and pride in what we're building together.

We're not just building a beautiful dental office. We're building a place where great people can build great careers.

A Gorgeous, Brand-New, High-Tech Office

You'll work in a beautiful, modern, digitally equipped practice designed for comfort, efficiency, and exceptional dentistry.

We're located in Wellington's exciting new LOTIS development, surrounded by fantastic restaurants and shops, including Cooper's Hawk!

Patient Care You Can Feel Proud Of

At Soft Hands Dental, we're passionate about creating a different kind of dental experience.

We want every patient to feel welcomed, comfortable, informed, and genuinely cared for.

If you love helping nervous patients feel at ease, building relationships, and making a positive difference in someone's day, you'll feel right at home.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Dental Assistant, you'll work closely with our dentist to deliver outstanding clinical care while creating a warm, comfortable, five-star experience for every patient.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting chairside with general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures
• Fabricating beautiful, well-fitting temporary crowns, including trimming, adjusting, and polishing to achieve excellent fit, function, and esthetics
• Assisting with crown preparations, crown deliveries, fillings, root canals, implants, Invisalign, and cosmetic procedures
• Capturing high-quality digital X-rays, intraoral scans, and clinical photographs
• Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining smooth, efficient clinical workflows
• Sterilizing and maintaining instruments and equipment
• Accurately documenting clinical notes and updating patient records
• Educating patients on procedures, oral health, and post-operative care
• Helping manage clinical inventory and supplies
• Following OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control protocols
• Supporting your teammates and contributing to a positive, organized, and collaborative environment

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines strong clinical skills, a warm personality, and a genuine passion for dentistry.

Our ideal Dental Assistant is:

• Friendly, energetic, and genuinely enjoys working with people
• Confident and comfortable assisting chairside
• Skilled at making temporary crowns and assisting with restorative procedures
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Proactive and willing to take initiative
• A team player who communicates openly and respectfully
• Excited to learn new technologies and advanced dental procedures
• Someone who takes pride in their work and loves making patients smile!

Experience & Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental assisting experience preferred
• Experience fabricating temporary crowns, including trimming, adjusting, and polishing
• Florida Dental Radiology Certification required
• EFDA certification highly preferred, but not required
• Experience assisting with crown-and-bridge and restorative procedures
• Familiarity with digital X-rays, intraoral scanning, and dental technology is a plus
• Experience with implants, oral surgery, Invisalign, or cosmetic dentistry is a bonus
• Comfortable learning dental practice management software
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required

Never used Oryx dental software? No worries! We use Oryx, a modern and intuitive dental practice management system, and we'll provide training to help you feel comfortable and confident.

Compensation & Benefits

We believe taking great care of our team is just as important as taking great care of our patients.

Here's what we offer:

• Competitive Pay: $20–$24 per hour, based on experience
• Bonus & Incentive Opportunities: Additional earning potential through performance-based incentives
• Paid Time Off: Because your life outside of work matters, too!
• 401(k) Matching: Helping you invest in your future
• Complimentary Dental Care: For you and your closest family members, plus discounts for extended family
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to learn advanced dentistry, expand your skills, and grow with the practice
• Supportive Team Culture: A workplace where respect, communication, and teamwork come first
• Flexible Opportunities: Full-time preferred (32–40 hours/week), with part-time options available

Ready for a Fresh Start? Your Next Chapter Could Begin Here!

Maybe you're looking for a more positive work environment.

Maybe you're ready to learn new skills and take your dental assisting career to the next level.

Or maybe you simply want to work somewhere your contributions are appreciated, your teammates have your back, and you feel excited about the work you're doing.

Whatever your reason, we'd love to meet you.

At Soft Hands Dental, we believe great dentistry starts with great people.

We're looking for someone who wants to grow with us, contribute to an amazing team culture, and help create something truly special for our patients and our community.

If you're passionate about dentistry, love working with people, and want to be part of a team that values you, this is your invitation!

Apply Today — We Can't Wait to Meet You!

Send us your resume and tell us a little about yourself. We'd love to hear about your experience and what you enjoy most about being a dental assistant!

Soft Hands Dental | Wellington, FL

Great dentistry. Great people. A great place to grow.

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay: $20.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience, plus bonus and incentive opportunities

Expected Hours: 32–40 per week for full-time positions

Location: Wellington, FL — LOTIS Development

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Background check • Patient comfort • Fabrication • Spanish • Teamwork • Dental office • Surgery • Dental care patient counseling • Post-session clinical documentation • OSHA • Preparing dental treatment areas • Interpersonal skills • Hourly pay • In-person customer service • Crowns placement • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • Plastic Surgery • HIPAA • Full-time • English • Healthcare practice inventory management • Preparing medical treatment area • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Dental implants • Dental x-ray • Intraoral scanners • Bonus opportunities • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • EFDA Certification • Managing patient records • Polishing • Radiology Certification • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Dental crown fabrication