Dental Assistant at Burg Children's Dentistry
About The Position
Burg Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to support pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming, and family-focused environment. The role supports the dentist and clinical team in providing high-quality care and helps ensure a positive, comfortable experience for patients and families. The Dental Assistant will help with clinical procedures, prepare treatment areas, and maintain an efficient and organized clinical environment. The successful candidate is dependable, energetic, and detail-oriented, with a genuine passion for working with children and families. They are comfortable in a fast-paced clinical setting, communicate effectively with patients, parents, and team members, follow clinical and safety standards, and work collaboratively to support the practice. This is an opportunity to join an established pediatric dentistry and orthodontics practice serving children, teens, and families, work alongside experienced dental and orthodontic professionals, and contribute to a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care. Opportunities for continued learning, cross-training, and professional development are available.
Requirements
- Dependable, energetic, and detail-oriented, with a genuine passion for working with children and families.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Active dental assisting certification or registration as required by applicable state regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous dental assisting experience preferred.
- Pediatric dental experience is a plus.
- Experience taking dental X-rays preferred.
- Experience working with children and families is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during pediatric dental examinations and procedures.
- Prepare patients for treatment and help children feel comfortable and at ease.
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
- Assist chairside during dental procedures.
- Take dental X-rays as permitted by applicable state regulations and certification requirements.
- Assist with charting, patient records, and clinical documentation.
- Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care as directed by the dentist.
- Maintain sterilization, infection control, and OSHA standards.
- Keep treatment areas clean, organized, and properly stocked.
- Monitor and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
- Support the clinical team with daily patient flow and office operations.
- Assist with other clinical or administrative duties as needed.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for continued learning, cross-training, and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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