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Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Aspen Dental·Tallahassee, Florida

$22 - $25/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago
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Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions · $22 - $25/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • At the median vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Tallahassee, Florida ($22.00/hr)
  • 10 similar openings in the Tallahassee area
$14.50/hr · lowesthighest · $90.00/hr
this role: $22.00/hrmedian $22.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted dental roles in Tallahassee, Florida rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the Tallahassee, Florida median for dental roles.

The Expanded Functions Dental Assistant will perform daily duties to assist doctors during various treatment procedures, manage operatory room turnover, and ensure equipment sterilization compliance. Key tasks include taking radiographs, providing post-treatment oral care instructions, completing soft relines, manufacturing temporary crowns, and monitoring laboratory cases.

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary

$22 - $26 / hour

Sign On Bonus: $1000

At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer

  • A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
  • Career development and growth opportunities with our best-in-class training program to support you at every stage of your career
  • A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
  • Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will perform daily duties to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients.

Assist with the direction to DA office team throughout the day to maintain productive patient flow.

Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.

Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.

Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensures all staff is properly trained and compliant on the process.

Follow maintenance schedules for flushing waterlines/suction lines, and/or waterline testing, autoclave, and compressor on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.

Tray and operatory set-up for all procedures.

Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level.

Ability to train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.

Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Take dental radiographs (X-rays).

Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.

Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k Savings Plan With Match

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$22 - $25/hr
Locations
Tallahassee, Florida; Thomasville, Alabama; Aspen, Colorado
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Aspen Dental

The Aspen Group is a leading healthcare services organization supporting providers across dental, medical aesthetics, urgent care, and veterinary medicine. Through a portfolio that includes Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, Motto Clear...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Complete denture soft relines and manufactures temporary crowns.

Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases.

Perform quality intraoral health scan of patients under 5 minutes.

Understanding of clear aligner process with the ability to articulate and teach.

Ability to take quality impressions and bite registrations.

Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s) to support patient care (coronal polishing, restorative functions, etc.).

Ensures emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained.

Ability to order and maintain supplies in accordance with practice budget.

Perform various office tasks as necessary.

Requirements

  • and Qualifications
  • Current Dental Assistant License, Registration, Certification as required by state.
  • Radiology (x-ray) certification as required by state.
  • Current CPR or BLS certificate.
  • 2+ years' experience as a Dental Assistant.
  • Proficient at chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry.
  • Demonstrate and provide instruction on proper sterilization and infection control techniques.
  • Maintain and update annual CE requirement as specified by state.
  • State Certification in expanded functions as required by state.

ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Market context

Florida expanded-functions dental assistants are in demand

In Florida, expanded-functions dental assistant roles are typically competitive because employers look for licensed candidates who already hold radiology and CPR/BLS credentials plus state expanded-functions certification. Applicants with at least two years of chairside experience and familiarity with restorative support tasks may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and prepare examples of expanded-functions work before applying.

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