Pediatric Dental Assistant

*$500 SIGN ON BONUS, after 90 days of completed work*

We are looking for a kid-friendly dental assistant who is looking to grow with our practice and be a part of the PDHW family!

Responsibilities

• Warm and patient with our little ones
• Perform x-ray's and prophy's on children of all ages
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

• Proven experience as a pediatric dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Experience- Dental Assisting Experience (1 year minimum)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 37 per week

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 6 Months (Required)

Pay: $21.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

License/Certification:

• EFDA Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Winter Garden, FL 34787 (Required)

Work Location: In person