Dental Assistant - Pediatrics
About The Position
Carolina Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a pediatric dental assistant to ensure each patient consistently receives outstanding, individualized service at every treatment appointment. The practice emphasizes high standards of clinical care, a kid-friendly environment, and the safety, well-being, and oral health of every child. The assistant prepares and supports patients during appointments, provides chairside clinical assistance, helps maintain accurate records, and contributes to smooth daily operations alongside clinical and administrative team members. The role also includes sterilization, lab tasks, patient and parent instructions, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked treatment room.
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.
Responsibilities
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before each clinical day and participate in the team morning meeting.
- Welcome patients with a smile and positive energy.
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups and ensure their comfort.
- Provide a patient-friendly experience, bring patients back on time, and greet and acknowledge each patient by name.
- Build rapport with patients and interact with families on an individual level over time.
- Serve as a chairside clinical assistant, including taking photographs and x-rays, assisting the dentist with four-handed dentistry, and selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and materials.
- Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the doctor.
- Use dental language and terminology proficiently to enter chart notes using the practice’s terms and abbreviations.
- Use practice management software to schedule appointments and cover telephones when needed to assist the administrative team.
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.
- Efficiently manage the clinical chair and see 12–15 or more patients per day in a timely manner.
- Provide instructions to patients and parents throughout dental treatment.
- 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.
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
