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Dental Assistant
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Davenport Pediatric Dentistry
Davenport, FL (In Person)
$45,760 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Davenport Pediatric Dentistry is a brand new pediatric dental private practice that recently opened it's doors in March 2026!! We are GROWING and looking for a motivated, detail-oriented dental assistant to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a startup environment where your ideas and energy will help shape the patient experience and the culture of our practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional chairside assistance to pediatric patients
- Prepare and turn over operatories efficiently between patients
- Sterilize and organize instruments following proper infection control procedures
- Take digital radiographs
- Provide comfort and reassurance to young patients and parents throughout the visit
- Assist with charting, treatment notes and maintaining accurate patient records
- Assist with social media and ground marketing initiatives, including participation in community events
- Support the front office with answering phones, scheduling appointments and checking patients in and out as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized and welcoming clinical environment Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years dental assisting experience (pediatric experience a plus)
- Experience with Open Dental software is a plus, however training will be provided
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Warm, patient and professional demeanor, especially with children and families
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting
- Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to help whenever needed Why Join Davenport Pediatric Dentistry
- Be part of a supportive, close-knit startup team where your contributions truly make a difference
- Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and continued education
- Help build a practice where every child and parent feels cared for and every team member is valued If you're passionate about pediatric care and want to help create a positive, welcoming environment for families, we'd love to meet you!