Dental Assistant II

Job Details

Job Title: Dental Assistant II

Job No: 538684

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Pinellas

Categories: Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Dentistry, Health Care Administration/Support

Department:  - DN-ST. PETERSBURG

Classification

Title:

Dental Assistant II

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Assist dentists, dental residents, or dental students in treating patients as outlined in the State of Florida's dental laws.
• Take impressions for study models and opposing models for bridgework.
• Mechanically polish amalgam restorations, clinical crowns, and supragingival areas. Place matrices and wedges. Remove excess cement. Fabricate, place, and remove temporary fillings.
• Expose and process dental x-ray film. Expose, develop, and mount x-rays.
• Instruct students on the appropriate role of dental assistants in the delivery of patient care. Assist in various four handed techniques, such as administering anesthetics, grasping and transferring instruments, and malleting gold foil.
• Give fluoride treatments. Teach oral hygiene. Remove dry socket dressings and periodontal packs. Remove sutures. Pack and medicate extraction areas.
• Deliver sedative drug capsules to patients. Package and sterilize clinical supplies and instruments. Assist in organizing and controlling the use of clinical supplies.
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment. Establish rapport with the patients to relieve anxiety. Schedule and coordinate patient appointments. Maintain daily records and patient charts. Collect patient data pertaining to clinical research.
• Maintain and clean office and reception areas. Orient new staff members and students regarding clinic procedures and policies. Perform clerical duties (as assigned).

Expected Salary: $19.16/hr, commensurate with education/experience

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certification demonstrating the successful completion of training as specified in Chapter 64B5-16, Florida Administrative Code.
• Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Working knowledge of all phases of dental treatment
• Ability to prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and make independent decisions in a stressful environment
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to work with diverse individuals
• Ability to handle language and cultural diversity
• Ability to work through some language and communication barriers
• Ability to pay close attention to details

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

Applications Close: 20 February 2026

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