Pediatric Dental Assistant

Pediatric Dental Assistant (DA / RDA)

My Pediatric Dentist | Mesa, AZ Full-Time

Salary Pay: ~$22.00 – $27 per hour (based on experience)Location: In-person | Mesa, AZ (Southern Ave & Higley)

Our Office

At My Pediatric Dentist, excellence is our standard. We are a biologically minded, prevention-focused pediatric dental practice committed to caring for the whole child—not just their teeth. We believe oral health is closely connected to overall wellness, growth, and long-term health.

Every visit is designed to be gentle, personalized, and trust-building. We prioritize minimally invasive care, biocompatible materials, clear communication, and a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe and confident.

Our team culture mirrors this approach—excellence, collaboration, compassion, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to doing what’s right for our patients and their families. We are looking for intrinsically motivated people who are looking to grow and learn the highest level of patient care possible.

We are looking for a dental assistant who is driven, self-directed, and hungry to grow. Someone who holds themselves to a high standard before anyone asks, who sees every patient interaction as an opportunity to deliver exceptional care, and who actively seeks to improve their skills and knowledge. If you are the kind of person who raises the bar wherever you go, we want to hear from you.

Your Role

As a Dental Assistant (DA or RDA) at My Pediatric Dentist, you are an essential part of our patient-first approach. You will support children through every stage of their dental journey—from first visits to complex care—by combining clinical excellence with empathy, patience, and positivity.

You will deliver care that is preventive, biologically compatible, and developmentally appropriate, while helping children feel calm, understood, and empowered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality pediatric patient care
• Greet and engage patients and families, helping children feel safe and supported
• Assist doctors chairside during pediatric dental procedures
• Support children emotionally and behaviorally using age-appropriate communication
• Review medical and dental history and prepare treatment rooms for assigned patients
• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for scheduled procedures
• Take diagnostic digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral scans
• Perform coronal polishing in accordance with Arizona state guidelines
• Capture clinical photographs as needed
• Provide clear pre- and post-treatment instructions to parents and caregivers
• Educate families on prevention, home care, and oral health best practices
• Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and charting
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain instruments and treatment areas
• Support efficient daily workflow and a positive, collaborative team environment

Qualifications:

• Dental assisting experience (preferred)
• Active Arizona Radiology (X-ray) Certification – required
• Coronal Polishing Certification – required
• Comfortable with four-handed dentistry
• Experience with digital scanners preferred
• Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• Positive, calm, and emotionally intelligent communicator
• Genuine love for working with children and families
• Interest in growth and continued learning (EFDA interest a plus)
• Alignment with our team values: Professionalism, Positivity, and Personality

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly pay with growth and bonus opportunities
• Medical and vision insurance
• Paid holidays, sick time, and paid time off
• Dentistry at a discount for you and your immediate family
• Uniform provided / allowance
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing pediatric practice
• Supportive leadership that listens, teaches, and invests in your success
• A warm, joyful, kid-centered environment built on kindness and teamwork

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about pediatric dentistry, believe in prevention and biologic care, and want to be part of a practice that truly puts patients—and people—first, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and help us create confident, healthy smiles that last a lifetime.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person