Pediatric Dental Assistant
About The Position
We're looking for a friendly, energetic, and reliable Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our growing team! If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. As a valued member of our progressive pediatric dental practice, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team. We offer competitive pay, bonus opportunities, uniforms, and a positive work environment where your contributions are appreciated. We're hoping for an immediate start!
Requirements
- Dental assisting experience is required. Candidates without prior dental experience will not be considered.
- FULL TIME - 38-40 HOURS / WEEK MINIMUM
- Multi-tasker with attention to detail.
- Outgoing/positive attitude. Smile!
- Loves working with children
- Customer service oriented
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual speaker is a plus (both English/ Spanish)
- Orthodontic experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Prepared and arranged needed tools and instruments for scheduled procedures.
- Handed necessary tools and equipment to the dentist and provided assistance during treatment.
- Performing prophylaxis, administering fluoride treatments
- Recorded findings, changed barriers, or sterilized equipment.
- Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Asking about the patient's medical history
- Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
- Providing patients with instructions for oral care or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)
- Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health;(e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)
- Performing office management tasks that often require the use of a personal computer
- Communicating with patients and suppliers (e.g., scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, billing and ordering supplies)
Benefits
- Bonus opportunities
- Uniforms
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
