Dental Assistant at Pediatric Dental Specialist
About The Position
Pediatric Dental Specialists is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our dedicated pediatric dental team. Our practice provides comprehensive dental care for children from infancy through adolescence across multiple locations in Montana and Wyoming. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, family-focused care in a warm and welcoming environment where every child feels comfortable and supported. This role offers a supportive, team-oriented pediatric dental environment focused on children’s oral health and positive experiences, opportunity to work with advanced pediatric dental services, modern practices serving multiple communities with a trusted reputation, great opportunity for professional growth and skill development, and a well-established practice committed to family-centered care.
Requirements
- Dental Assistant certification or relevant credentials as required by state
- Strong communication and patient care skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, child-friendly environment
- CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain
- Uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric dental experience preferred but not required
- Radiography certification or willingness to obtain preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and supplies for pediatric dental procedures
- Assist the dentist chairside during clinical procedures, including routine treatments and advanced pediatric care
- Take and develop dental X-rays as needed
- Provide patient education to children and their parents on oral hygiene and preventive care
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment, following infection control protocols
- Maintain accurate patient records and update charts
- Support other clinical and administrative tasks as needed
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
