Dental Assistant

At Pan. Care of Florida, we're not just shaping smiles; we're transforming lives. As a Dental Assistant , you won't just be another set of hands—you'll be a cornerstone of our patients' care, making sure every visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible. If you're passionate about oral health, love working in a dynamic environment, and are ready to be an essential part of a team that makes a real difference, then we want to meet you!

In this role, you will assist the dentist during examination and treatment of patients. This position is located at our Panama City Dental Clinic.

Your responsibilities

Provide diagnostic aid, including exposing and developing radiographs, taking and recording medical and dental histories, recording vital signs and taking alginate impressions and pouring study casts Perform prophylaxis and fluoride treatments on children and deliver oral hygiene instructions to child and parents Prepare operatory, instruments, and patient for dental treatment May apply topical anesthesia as recommended/required preparation for dental procedures to be performed by the dentist Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, operatories and laboratory as patient flow or procedures dictate Deliver post-operative instructions to the patient as prescribed by the dentist Possess a working knowledge of medical emergencies and assist in the management of them Assist dentist in screening and education programs, including off-site Assist the front desk staff when necessary to schedule patients, answer phones, and use the computer Restock operatories, order supplies, and maintain inventory control Maintain dental equipment, autoclave, x-ray equipment and water system at specified intervals Required Qualifications: Certification of completion of Dental Assistant training Excellent communication skills, written and oral At least 6 months of experience in a dental environment Preferred Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience as a Dental Assistant Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA)certification Pan.

Care provides a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. In addition, to health coverage, we offer 14 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid vacation per year. Employees are also eligible to participate in our 403(b) plan with a 6% employer match and 3% base employer contribution. Join Pan.

Care of Florida and be part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to our communities. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply today.

Together, we can continue to improve patient outcomes and build healthier communities. Pan. Care of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are key to our success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm