Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EDDA) - Full Time

Smiles on Florida - Lakeland FL

Extra Skills. Extra Smiles. Extra Impact.

What if your next Dental Assistant role didn’t just feel like a job—but like a real launchpad for your skills, your career, and your passion for patient care?

At Smiles On Florida, we don’t believe in “basic” assistants—we believe in empowered, highly-skilled Expanded Functions Dental Assistants who help shape exceptional patient experiences and power high-performing teams. If you love staying busy, making an impact, and flexing your clinical talents, you’re exactly who we’re looking for. Bring your skills. Bring your energy. Bring your extra—and let’s build something amazing together.

What You’ll Do:

You’re not just setting up trays—you’re setting the tone for an amazing patient experience. Your expanded skills keep the team moving, the patients smiling, and the office running at full speed.

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists
  You’ll be the right hand our clinical team counts on—charting, educating, setting up, andjumping inwherever needed.
• Manage patient flow to keep appointments efficient and on track
  You’ll keep things moving like a backstage pro, making sure every patient feels like the star of the show.
• Capture and process X-rays
  Because great diagnostics start with great imaging—andyou’llhave it covered.

• Enter treatment plans andmaintainaccuratepatient records
  No missing pieces here—you’llhelp keep every plan on track and every file buttoned up.
• Sterilize equipment andmaintaina clean, organized operatory
  Because sparkling tools and spaces = smooth, safe care (and happy patients).
• Monitor lab cases and ensureeverything’sready for the next day
  You're two steps ahead—becausethat’sjust how you roll.
• Deliver positive patient experiences from welcome to goodbye
  You’re the reason patients feel cared for, supported, and excited to come back.

What You Bring:

You’re experienced, energized, and ready to make an even bigger impact with your expanded skills. You love helping people feel comfortable—and you know how to keep a practice running like a well-oiled (and welcoming) machine.

• Expanded Functions Dental Assisting Certification FL from an accredited school
• Previousexperience as a Dental Assistant preferred
• X-ray certification (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Coronal polishing and Nitrous Oxide certifications preferred (but notrequired)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• A positive, supportive attitude thatliftspatients and teammates alike
• A commitment to creating exceptional patient experiences every single day

Compensation & Benefits:

We believe in investing in the people who invest in our patients. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive pay that rewards your expanded skill set —because your extra qualifications deserve extra recognition.
• Health,Dental, andVision Insurance—and more! —your health matters just as much as the patients’.
• Paid TimeOff(accrue2to 3 weeks per yearbased on tenure)+6 Paid Holidays —even superstars need time to relax and recharge.
• 401(k) program —planfor your future while building your career today.
• On-the-job training and professional development —we’reserious about helping you keep growing.
• Supportive, team-first culture —where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and your wins are celebrated.

Ready to level up your impact, your skills, and your career? Apply now and let’s create extra-ordinary smiles—together!