Dental Assistant – Bradenton Family & Implant Dentistry Location: Bradenton, FL Love dentistry, enjoy helping patients, and want to work with a team that truly appreciates you? We'd love to meet you! Bradenton Family & Implant Dentistry in Bradenton, FL, is looking for a friendly, dependable, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team! We're looking for someone who not only has strong clinical skills but also genuinely enjoys connecting with patients, making them feel comfortable, and helping create a positive dental experience. Whether you're assisting with routine dental procedures or more advanced restorative and implant treatments, you'll play an important role in helping our patients feel confident in their care. What You'll Be Doing
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during general, restorative, and implant procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for daily procedures.
- Take digital X-rays and assist with impressions and digital scans, as permitted by Florida requirements.
- Help patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for throughout their appointments.
- Explain post-operative instructions and answer patient questions.
- Follow proper sterilization, infection control, and safety protocols.
- Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Assist with dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
- Work closely with the doctor and team to maintain an efficient daily schedule.
- Help keep treatment rooms clean, organized, and ready for the next patient.
What We're Looking For
- Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
- Experience with general and restorative dentistry.
- Implant or surgical assisting experience is a plus!
- Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and infection control.
- Ability to meet applicable Florida requirements for dental radiography and expanded functions.
- Experience with dental practice management software, including Dentrix, is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-focused attitude.
- Someone who is dependable, organized, and comfortable in a busy dental environment.
- A team player who is willing to jump in and help wherever needed.
- A positive attitude and willingness to continue learning and growing.
What We Offer
- Full-time, stable employment
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Experience working with general, restorative, and implant dentistry
- A supportive, team-oriented work environment
Why Join Bradenton Family & Implant Dentistry? At Bradenton Family & Implant Dentistry, we believe great patient care starts with a great team! We're looking for more than someone who can assist chairside. We want someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients, and wants to be part of a team that works together to make every day successful. We understand the important role Dental Assistants play in the patient experience, and we want someone who is excited to bring their skills, personality, and passion for dentistry to our practice. If you're a Dental Assistant who loves what you do, enjoys learning, and wants to feel valued as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you!
