Dental Assistant - - Port Charlotte, FL

Dental Assistant (Full-Time) Fee-for-Service Practice • Monday–Thursday • Competitive Pay + Full Benefits About the Role We are a patient-centered, fee-for-service dental practice located in Port Charlotte looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team. If you take pride in your clinical skills, genuinely enjoy connecting with patients, and want a stable Monday–Thursday schedule with no insurance hassles, we’d love to meet you. This is a full-time position ideal for a mid-level assistant who is polished, proactive, and ready to hit the ground running. You’ll work directly alongside the dentist in a well-equipped, organized operatory and play a key role in delivering an exceptional patient experience every day. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Monday–Thursday schedule — enjoy your Fridays Supportive, low-drama team environment Fee-for-service model — no insurance pre-authorizations or claim battles What You’ll Do Greet and prepare patients for dental procedures, ensuring comfort and confidence Provide chairside assistance to the dentist — instrument transfer, suction, and maintaining a clear operative field Take and store digital X-rays accurately and efficiently Demonstrate proficiency in provisional/temporary contouring and adaptation, and matrix band placement and wedging Prepare dental materials including impression compounds, cements, and composites Sterilize and organize instruments in strict compliance with infection control protocols Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records and treatment charting Educate patients on post-procedure care, oral hygiene, and preventive practices Manage supply inventory and coordinate timely reorders Assist with appointment scheduling and billing or insurance documentation as needed Keep operatories clean, stocked, and procedure-ready at all times What We’re Looking For 2+ years of dental assisting experience (preferred) Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting program (preferred) RDA or CDA certification, if required by state Current CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Familiarity with digital X-ray systems and practice management software Continuing education in orthodontics, oral surgery, or other specialty areas is a plus Friendly, professional demeanor — you enjoy working with people and it shows Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to keep pace in a productive practice Schedule Full-time | Monday – Thursday

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