Dental Assistant - Pediatrics

Lightwave Dental•Cary, NC

127d•$18 - $25

About The Position

At Carolina Orthodontics and Children's Dentistry, the priority is to provide patients with high-quality care in a friendly, fun, state-of-the-art environment and offer outstanding orthodontic and children's dental care. The pediatric dental assistant helps ensure that every patient consistently receives individualized service at each treatment appointment. The assistant prepares and supports patients during visits, provides chairside clinical assistance, maintains records and clinical spaces, and works with clinical and administrative colleagues to keep the day running smoothly.

Requirements

Dental x-ray certification.
Proven experience as a dental assistant.
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
Understanding of health and safety regulations.
Good computer skills.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Attention to detail.
Well-organized and reliable.
High school diploma.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks such as coronal polishing.
Graduation from dental assistant school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Arrive at least 15 minutes before each clinical day, ready to participate in the team morning meeting.
Welcome patients with a smile and positive energy, prepare them for treatments or checkups, and help ensure their comfort.
Bring patients back on time, greet and acknowledge them by name, and provide care in a patient-friendly environment.
Build familiarity with patients and interact with families on an individual level over time.
Provide chairside clinical assistance in pediatric dentistry, including taking photographs and x-rays, assisting with four-handed dentistry, and selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and materials; perform other duties as assigned by the doctor.
Use dental language and terminology accurately to type chart notes using the practice's terms and abbreviations.
Use practice management software to schedule appointments and cover telephones when needed to support the administrative team.
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
Run the clinical chair efficiently, seeing 12–15 or more patients per day in a timely manner.
Provide instructions to patients and parents throughout treatment, including oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
Sterilize instruments according to regulations using cold sterile, dry-heat, and autoclave methods, and perform lab tasks as instructed.
Work with clinical and administrative team members to help the day run smoothly.
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.