Pediatric Dental Assistant
United Dental Partners•Merrillville, IN
•$20 - $26•Onsite
About The Position
We are looking for qualified Pediatric Dental Assistants to join our premiere dental practice! The right applicant will have experience preparing pediatric dentistry patients, ensuring that they are comfortable and offering another set of hands for procedures. Assistants must help Dentists to clearly see problems and changes within a patient's mouth. This often requires taking x-rays of the bone structure of a patient's jaw, as well as taking photographs of the teeth.
Requirements
- Previous dental chairside assisting is preferred
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for the workday
- Excellent customer service skills with an outgoing, people friendly personality
- The ideal applicant will display and demonstrate excellent communication skills with staff and patients
- Desire to learn new skills and expand your potential
- Coronal Polishing & Pit/Fissure Sealants Certifications Required
Responsibilities
- Help Dentists prepare for procedures by having the necessary tools sterilized and in place
- Help keep a patient’s mouth clean and dry during procedures and hand Dentists the necessary tools at the appropriate time
- Patient education; explain procedures and discuss treatment progress and plans
- This position will include all aspects of clinical dental care
Benefits
- base salary that is commensurate with experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
