Pediatric Dental Assistant

Do you want a career where you can have fun, laugh, do rewarding work and enjoy your day? We are seeing a dedicated pediatric dental assistant to join our amazing team and want YOU to join us is providing high quality care to our pediatric patients. In our office you will work side by side with some of the best pediatric dentists in town, you will learn how to promote a caring and welcoming environment, you can learn new skills in making sure each dental appointment is positive and fun.

You’ll have the opportunity to utilize your clinical skills and compassionate demeanor to support our dentists in delivering high-quality dental treatments. Our mission is provide the highest quality care in a fun, relaxed and enjoyable environment.

Are you passionate about helping kids enjoy going to the dentist? Come join our team and improve the lives of children in our community.

Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:

• Getting patients ready for dental procedures.
• Sterilizing and sanitizing equipment, setting up instrument trays, preparing supplies, and assisting with dental operations all contribute to infection control.
• When necessary, assist dentists in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Taking excellent care of patients.
• Dental x-rays are exposed during dental diagnostics, and dental x-ray equipment is cared for.
• Patients and their caregivers are given information on dental hygiene, oral health, and plaque reduction.
• Medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs, are gathered and recorded.
• Following the dentist’s instructions for postoperative care.
• Dental equipment maintenance.
• Keeping the dental office, from waiting room to dental operatory clean and presentable.
• Preliminary impressions for study casts are made, we also do intraoral scanning!
• Maintaining dental equipment inventory and ordering dental supplies.
• Be reliable, on time and ready to face each day with a helpful demeanor and a smile.

Dental Assistant Requirements:

• Dental assistant certification preferred, but we are willing to train the best candidate!
• Certification in dental x-rays preferred.
• A high school degree is mandatory.
• Experience with a variety of computer skills.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proven track record as a reliable, responsible employee.
• Dental instrument knowledge and sterilizing techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Honest and mature personality but willing to be goofy, we see only kids after all!
• Have a genuinely positive and friendly demeanor.

We are a private practice and are looking for that next team member to join us in a fulfilling career. Come join our work family! We love to have fun!