Pediatric Dental Assistant

Maritime Pediatric Dentistry is growing, and we’re looking for a caring, motivated Dental Assistant who loves working with children and families. Our team is known for creating a positive, calm, and welcoming environment where little ones feel comfortable and parents feel confident in the care their children receive.
If you’re detail-oriented, dependable, and passionate about helping children build lifelong healthy habits, we’d love to meet you.

About Our Practice
At Maritime Pediatric Dentistry, we combine high-quality pediatric dental care with compassion and education. Every visit is designed to be friendly, efficient, and child-centered. Our team works together to ensure that each patient’s experience—from check-in to checkout—is smooth, safe, and positive.

What you’ll do

• Prepare for Appointments: Set up rooms and materials, review medical histories, and anticipate the needs of the dentist and patient.
• Assist Chairside: Support the doctor during all procedures, including exams, cleanings, sealants, x-rays, crowns, space maintainers, and restorative treatments.
• Ensure Comfort: Help children feel at ease through clear communication and gentle guidance; keep parents informed throughout the visit.
• Maintain Safety & Cleanliness: Sterilize instruments, disinfect operatories, and follow all OSHA and infection-control protocols.
• Support the Team: Escort patients to and from the front, assist with scheduling flow, and help maintain an organized, efficient work environment.

What We're Looking For

• A degree or certificate in dental assisting (radiography certification preferred)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Experience in pediatric dentistry or a strong interest in working with children
• Dependability, professionalism, and a calm demeanor under pressure

Your Top Priorities

• Prepare Doctor and Patient for Treatment: Set up rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient appointments.
• Assist During Procedures: Anticipate needs, provide support, and help keep each visit running smoothly.
• Maintain Safety and Cleanliness: Uphold strict sterilization standards and infection control.
• Deliver an Exceptional Patient Experience: Make every visit welcoming and stress-free for both children and parents.

Why join us
You’ll receive training specific to pediatric care and ongoing mentorship to continue growing your skills. We take pride in supporting our team members both professionally and personally, knowing that when our team thrives, our patients do too.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Play a key role in building a successful start-up practice.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person