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full-time 7 days ago

Lead Dental Assistant (EFDA) — Starting at $26/hr

Elegantly Dental PLLC

Orlando, FL 32835
From 26/hr

About the Practice

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Open Dental Software

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Job Description

Primary Location: Metrowest, with coverage at Sand Lake and Ocoee as needed
Build your career with consistent hours and a team that values your experience.

Tired of being sent home early and losing hours? Elegantly Dental offers consistent full-time hours, with opportunities to work across our three offices in Metrowest, Sand Lake, and Ocoee to maintain a full schedule.

We are an established, growing dental practice that has served Central Florida for more than 30 years. We are seeking a dependable Dental Assistant (EFDA) with previous lead or main assistant experience who can confidently support a busy doctor.

This position is primarily based at our Metrowest office. You must be able to commute to all three locations when needed and work two evening shifts per week from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Other shifts will vary according to office needs.

Who We’re Looking For
You take ownership of your work, anticipate the doctor’s needs, and help keep the schedule moving efficiently. You communicate clearly, make patients feel comfortable, and work well with both clinical and front-office teams.

We want someone who leads by example, supports other assistants, and stays productive even when the patient schedule is light.

Required Experience and Clinical Skills
More than four years of dental assisting experience.

Previous experience as a lead or main dental assistant.

Cross-trained in clinical assisting and front-office duties, including scheduling, patient communication, and treatment-plan coordination.

Proficiency in intraoral scanning.

Ability to fabricate a well-fitting temporary crown in under five minutes for straightforward cases, with appropriate contours, contacts, and occlusion.

Ability to complete cord packing in approximately five minutes for routine cases, with careful tissue handling.

Confidence assisting with implant surgery, endodontics, and crown-and-bridge procedures.

Clear, articulate communication and the ability to explain doctor-prescribed treatment plans, answer questions within your role, and help patients understand their next steps.

Ability to help run two treatment columns efficiently with support from another experienced assistant.

Current EFDA and dental radiography certifications.

Required Professional Qualities and Availability
Positive attitude: Bring a constructive, professional approach to patients, coworkers, and daily challenges.

Accountability as a leader: Take ownership of your responsibilities, follow through on tasks, and address mistakes promptly.

Initiative during slow schedules: Stay productive without repeated direction by preparing upcoming cases, organizing supplies, supporting front-office tasks, and helping the team.

Punctuality and dependability: Arrive on time, ready to work, and maintain reliable attendance.

Availability to work 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. twice per week.

Reliable transportation and willingness to commute to Metrowest, Sand Lake, and Ocoee when needed.

Preferred Skills — Not Required
Experience with dental 3D printing.

Familiarity with Open Dental.

Experience adjusting custom-fitted night guards.

Experience placing Invisalign or other clear aligner attachments.

Ability to direct, delegate tasks to, and mentor junior dental assistants.

Experience fabricating in-house clear aligners.

Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities
Provide chairside support for general, restorative, cosmetic, endodontic, and surgical procedures.

Anticipate the doctor’s needs and prepare instruments, materials, and treatment rooms.

Take digital X-rays and perform intraoral scans.

Fabricate temporary restorations and perform expanded functions within your certification and permitted scope.

Maintain accurate clinical charting and patient records.

Explain treatment plans and provide patient education and postoperative instructions.

Support front-office workflows, including scheduling and treatment coordination.

Maintain sterilization standards and a clean, organized clinical environment.

Help the doctor and team maintain an efficient, well-coordinated schedule.

Use downtime productively to prepare cases, organize inventory, and support office operations.

Hiring Process
Professional reference checks are required to advance in the hiring process. Applicants must provide references who can speak directly to their clinical skills, reliability, and teamwork.

Qualified candidates must also complete a paid working interview lasting two to three hours to demonstrate clinical skills, communication, and workflow.

Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay of $26/hour
Consistent full-time hours, with opportunities across three offices
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) matching
Employee dental benefits
Free clear aligner treatment for employees
Opportunities to expand your skills in digital dentistry and advanced procedures
Profit Sharing plan!!

To Apply
Submit your resume and briefly describe your lead or main assistant experience, front-office experience, and proficiency with intraoral scanning, temporary crowns, cord packing, and surgical assisting.

Please confirm that you can work two evening shifts weekly and commute to all three offices when needed.

Work Location: In person
Hiring: ASAP
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Referral program
Application Question(s):
Previous experience as a Lead dental assistant
Experience:
Dental assisting: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Medical scheduling
• Teamwork
• Cleaning
• Restoration
• Spanish

About Elegantly Dental PLLC

Elegantly Dental provides personalized dental care solutions in Orlando, FL, designed to meet the unique needs and desires of your family. With a team of highly skilled professionals led by Dr. Lee, Dr. Adam Lau, and Dr. Aashin Gokal, we pride ourselves on expertise and warm, friendly demeanor. Experience upscale dentistry in a cozy environment with the latest advancements in dental care.