Dental Assistant

Experienced Dental Assistant – Full TimeCompany Description

Boutique Smiles is a patient-centered, multidisciplinary dental practice located in Plantation, FL. We are committed to providing high-quality dentistry in a modern, organized, and welcoming environment.

Our practice provides comprehensive dental care, including restorative and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants, periodontal treatment, endodontics, and oral surgery. We value professionalism, reliability, teamwork, attention to detail, and excellent patient care.

We are currently seeking an experienced Dental Assistant who is confident clinically, works efficiently, and can become a strong and dependable member of our dental team.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site position in Plantation, FL.

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience working as a Dental Assistant in a dental practice.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently within the Dental Assistant scope of practice, anticipates the doctor's needs, maintains excellent organization and infection-control standards, and is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary dental environment.

Strong experience with restorative dentistry, temporary crown fabrication, and orthodontic procedures is highly preferred.

Candidates must speak either Spanish or Portuguese in addition to English.

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during restorative, cosmetic, orthodontic, implant, surgical, periodontal, endodontic, and other dental procedures
• Prepare operatories, instruments, materials, and equipment before procedures
• Anticipate the doctor's clinical needs during treatment
• Take high-quality digital dental X-rays
• Perform digital intraoral scans and impressions
• Assist with crown and bridge procedures
• Fabricate, trim, adjust, and polish temporary crowns
• Assist with final crown deliveries and adjustments
• Assist with orthodontic procedures
• Assist with Invisalign scans, attachments, and related procedures
• Prepare patients for treatment and provide appropriate pre- and post-operative instructions
• Accurately enter and maintain clinical information in patient charts
• Follow proper sterilization, disinfection, and infection-control protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories
• Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs
• Coordinate laboratory cases and clinical materials
• Work closely with the doctors, front desk, and other clinical team members to maintain an efficient schedule and patient flow
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on Dental Assistant experience
• Must speak Spanish or Portuguese
• Professional communication skills in English
• Strong chairside assisting skills
• Experience assisting with restorative procedures and crown preparations
• Ability to fabricate and adjust temporary crowns
• Experience taking digital X-rays
• Experience with impressions and/or digital scanning
• Strong knowledge of sterilization and infection-control protocols
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced dental environment
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Professional appearance and communication
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a clinical team

Strongly Preferred

Candidates with experience in several of the following areas will receive preference:

• Orthodontics
• Temporary crown fabrication
• Invisalign
• Crown and bridge procedures
• Digital scanning
• Implant dentistry
• Oral surgery
• Periodontics
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Endodontics
• Open Dental software
• Modern digital dental technology

Schedule Requirements

This position requires flexibility and reliable availability.

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• Two Saturdays per month
• Must be available to work later afternoons when scheduled

Candidates must be able to reliably meet the scheduling requirements of the position.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced and clinically confident
• Proactive and able to anticipate the doctor's needs
• Fast and efficient without compromising quality
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Dependable and punctual
• Comfortable with a busy clinical schedule
• Friendly and confident when communicating with patients
• Willing to help the team when needed
• Interested in staying with a practice long-term and growing with the team

Location: Plantation, FL
Position: Full-Time Dental Assistant
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years
Language Requirement: English plus Spanish or Portuguese

If you are an experienced Dental Assistant who meets these qualifications and takes pride in providing efficient, high-quality patient care, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person