Location: Jacksonville, FL, 32290
Date Posted: 2025-06-12
Job Description:
Dental Assistant – Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters.
At Ideal Dental, we’re on a mission to revolutionize dental care—and we want you to be part of the journey! As one of North America’s fastest-growing dental groups, we’re driven by our vision to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental services all under one roof. Established in 2008, we’re proud to be clinician-founded and clinician-led, with a focus on patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to innovation and growth.
As a Dental Assistant at Ideal Dental, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and support to both our patients and dental team. You’ll be empowered with the training, tools, and resources to advance your career while making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Every day, you’ll help create beautiful smiles and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.
What You’ll Do:
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Assist with a wide range of dental procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable and the treatment process runs smoothly.
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Take dental x-rays with precision and care to support accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
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Prepare and break down operatories after each procedure, maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
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Manage patient flow by facilitating smooth handoffs and assisting in patient transitions throughout their visit.
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Ensure infection control standards are met by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment to guarantee patient safety.
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Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, helping them develop habits that promote long-term oral health.
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Take accurate impressions and bite registrations, supporting the creation of custom dental appliances.
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Conduct digital iTero scans, providing accurate, state-of-the-art diagnostic data.
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Assist with patient charting and documentation, supporting doctors in their treatment planning and record-keeping.
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Collaborate with the entire practice team to deliver exceptional patient experiences and achieve optimal patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
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Greeting guests with a smile.
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iTero scanner training and usage.
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Prepping and educating guests before the Dr. Exam.
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Assisting Dentists with all procedures.
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Sterilizing instruments.
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Preparing treatment rooms.
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Recording medical history for each guest.
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Performing X-rays.
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Charting existing and recommended treatments.
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Performing other duties as required to support the office.
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Working collectively as a team to provide the best quality guest care.
What do you need to have to be a part of our team?
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Active Registered Dental Assistant License.
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Current CPR certification.
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Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience as an RDA in a dental practice.
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DeNovo Offices: New acquired offices may require travel.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
At Ideal Dental, we’re committed to helping you grow professionally, providing you with opportunities to expand your skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and make a lasting impact on your patients. If you’re passionate about dental care, thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, and want to be part of a team that values both excellence and compassion, this is the place for you.
· MONTHLY BONUS POTENTIAL
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Medical insurance.
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Discounted dental benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependent children.
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Paid holidays.
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Paid Time Off (PTO).
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CPR recertification.
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401K.
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Employee scholarship program.
At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team. We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work. Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters