Dental Assistant at Burg Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics

Specialty Dental Brands • Sandy, UT

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About The Position

Burg Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to support its clinical team in providing high-quality pediatric dental care. The practice serves children, teens, and families in a fun, welcoming, and family-focused environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping children and families feel comfortable and confident throughout their dental experience.

The Dental Assistant will assist the dentist with examinations and procedures, prepare patients and treatment areas, and help maintain an efficient, organized clinical environment. The role also supports patient flow and office operations, follows clinical and safety standards, and contributes to positive, comfortable experiences for young patients.

This position offers the opportunity to join an established pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practice, collaborate with experienced dental and orthodontic professionals, and access continued learning, cross-training, and professional development. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Active dental assisting certification or registration as required by applicable state regulations.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Dependable, energetic, and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, parents, and team members, follow clinical and safety standards, and work collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Previous dental assisting experience.
• Pediatric dental experience.
• Experience taking dental X-rays.
• Experience working with children and families.

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.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment areas.
• 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 coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for continued learning, cross-training, and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed