Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Full-Time Dental Assistant

Westchase – Tampa, Florida

12021 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL 33626

Happy Smiles – Westchase is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join Dr. Mamata Ponnaganti and our team in Westchase. We are a patient-centered practice that values clinical excellence, a well-run schedule, and a supportive, team-first work environment.

Why Assistants Choose Us

A doctor who invests in you. Work chairside with Dr. Ponnaganti, who values her assistants as true clinical partners and takes the time to teach.

A well-run schedule. Procedures are scheduled with realistic time for setup, care, and turnover — so you can do the job right without rushing.

Supportive team culture. Our doctors, assistants, hygienists, and front office work collaboratively and help each other keep the day on track.

Fair, stable compensation. We offer competitive, consistent pay and a full-time schedule you can count on.

Room to grow. Hands-on training, modern technology, and support for advancing your skills, including expanded-function certification.

What You'll Do

Prepare and turn over operatories; set up instruments and materials for each procedure

Provide four-handed chairside assistance for restorative, endodontic, prosthetic, and other procedures

Take digital radiographs, intraoral photos, and scans

Follow OSHA and CDC infection-control and sterilization protocols

Fabricate temporaries and perform other duties permitted under Florida regulations

Educate patients on post-op care and help them understand recommended treatment

Document treatment accurately in [practice management software]

Position Details

Schedule: Full-time, [4 days per week —Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM]

Compensation: $[21]–$[28] per hour, based on experience

Benefits: [ health insurance allowance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)/bonus, uniform allowance]

Location: 12021 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL 33626

Qualifications

Florida dental radiography certification (required)

Current CPR/BLS certification

Florida Expanded Functions (EFDA) certification (preferred)

1+ year of chairside dental assisting experience preferred

Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to patient care

Recent dental assisting program graduates are encouraged to apply

How to Apply

Please send your résumé and a brief introduction to [email address] or call [phone number]. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview and a working interview to meet Dr. Ponnaganti and our team.

Happy Smiles is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28.0 – 32.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person