Florida Prosthodontics
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Prosthodontics & Oral Surgery / Implant Placement • Rockledge, FL
Position | Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) |
Location | Rockledge, Florida (on-site) |
Employment type | Temporary / PRN and Full-Time openings |
Specialty focus | Prosthodontics and Oral Surgery / Implant placement |
Reports to | Lead Dental Assistant / Office Manager / Doctor |
Compensation | $20.00–$50.00 per hour, based on experience and certifications |
Florida Prosthodontics is a multi-specialty dental practice in Rockledge, FL seeking skilled Registered Dental Assistants to support a busy surgical and restorative schedule. We are hiring for both temporary/PRN coverage and full-time, benefits-eligible roles.
The ideal candidate is an experienced chairside assistant who is comfortable supporting complex prosthodontic and oral surgery / implant procedures, is precise with digital records and imaging, and helps deliver a calm, professional experience for patients undergoing advanced treatment.
• Provide four-handed chairside assistance during restorative and surgical procedures, anticipating the doctor’s needs throughout each case.
• Prepare and turn over operatories: set up trays and instruments, maintain a clean and stocked surgical field, and ensure timely room readiness between patients.
• Take and record vital signs and medical histories; review health information and flag concerns prior to treatment.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions to patients and answer routine questions within scope.
• Assist with crown & bridge, veneers, inlays/onlays, and full-mouth rehabilitation cases.
• Assist with complete and partial dentures and implant-supported prosthetics, including try-ins, deliveries, and adjustments.
• Fabricate temporary/provisional restorations and assist with cementation and bite registration per state scope and certification.
• Take and pour impressions, fabricate and trim study models, and prepare accurate, well-documented lab prescriptions and case tracking.
• Manage shade selection, photographs, and case communication with the dental laboratory.
• Assist with surgical extractions, bone grafting, sinus lifts, and dental implant placement and uncovering / second-stage surgery.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and sterile surgical fields; set up and break down surgical trays and implant kits.
• Assist with surgical suction, retraction, and irrigation, and monitor the patient throughout the procedure.
• Prepare and track implant components (fixtures, healing abutments, cover screws, drivers, surgical guides) and maintain accurate inventory and expiration logs.
• Support IV/oral sedation monitoring within scope, where applicable and certified.
• Expose, capture, and store digital radiographs, including intraoral, panoramic, and cephalometric images (current Florida dental radiography certification required).
• Operate intraoral scanners and CBCT / cone beam imaging for digital impressions and implant planning workflows.
• Capture and organize clinical photographs and scans, and link them accurately to the patient record.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant electronic health records (EHR) and treatment documentation in the practice management software Eaglesoft.
• Support digital implant planning and surgical-guide workflows in coordination with the doctor and lab.
• Perform instrument sterilization, processing, and equipment maintenance per OSHA and CDC infection-control standards.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Florida Board of Dentistry rules, and practice protocols.
• Monitor and restock surgical and operatory supplies; assist with ordering and inventory management.
• Prior chairside dental assisting experience, ideally including oral surgery, implant, and/or prosthodontic procedures.
• Current Florida dental radiography certification from a Board-approved program (required to expose radiographs in Florida; note that Florida does not recognize DANB certification for radiography or expanded functions).
• Current BLS / CPR certification.
• Working knowledge of dental terminology, instrumentation, and four-handed assisting.
• Proficiency with dental practice-management / EHR software and digital imaging systems.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and the ability to stay composed during surgical procedures.
• Florida Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification (Board-approved 20-hour course per Florida Statute 466.024 and Rule 64B5-16.005).
• Experience with intraoral scanners, CBCT imaging, and digital implant-planning or surgical-guide workflows.
• Experience supporting IV/oral conscious sedation.
• Experience with Eaglesoft and CAD/CAM systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and assist for the duration of long surgical cases.
• Manual dexterity and close-vision acuity for precise chairside work.
• Routine exposure to a clinical environment, including bloodborne pathogens, sharps, and dental materials, with appropriate PPE.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
We are filling both temporary/PRN and full-time positions. Core clinical duties and required certifications are the same for both; the difference is in schedule, commitment, and benefits.
Temporary / PRN | Full-Time | |
Schedule | As-needed / day-rate coverage; shifts confirmed in advance | 4–5 days per week, 32–40 hours; set weekly schedule |
Commitment | Short-term, fill-in, or seasonal coverage | Ongoing, permanent team member |
Compensation | $20 - $45 per hour or daily rate; no benefits | $25 - $50 per hour, benefits-eligible |
Benefits | Not eligible (W-2 hourly or per agency agreement) | Health/dental/vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), CE allowance — [confirm] |
Onboarding | Streamlined; must be ready to work independently quickly | Full onboarding, training, and growth opportunities |
Ideal for | Experienced RDAs seeking flexibility or extra shifts | RDAs seeking stability and long-term career growth |
Competitive hourly pay, medical / dental / vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) with employer match, continuing education and certification reimbursement, scrub/uniform allowance, and complimentary or discounted dental care.
To apply, please submit your resume and current certifications (radiography, BLS/CPR, and EFDA if applicable) to [email protected]. Please indicate whether you are interested in the temporary/PRN or full-time role.
Florida Prosthodontics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.