pediatric dental assistant

West Coast Dental Services

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 About the Role:
 
 
 
 The Pediatric Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting dentists in delivering high-quality oral healthcare specifically tailored for children. This position involves preparing treatment rooms, assisting during dental procedures, and ensuring a comforting environment to alleviate the anxiety often experienced by young patients. The assistant will be responsible for managing patient records, sterilizing instruments, and educating both children and their parents on proper dental hygiene practices. By combining clinical support with compassionate care, the Pediatric Dental Assistant helps facilitate efficient and effective dental treatments that promote long-term oral health in pediatric patients. Ultimately, this role contributes significantly to the overall patient experience and the smooth operation of the pediatric dental practice.
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 High school diploma or equivalent.
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 Completion of an accredited dental assistant training program.
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 Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA), (Infection Control, Radiation Cert., California Dental Practice Act.)
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 Coronal and Sealant certificate
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 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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 Experience working with pediatric patients in a dental or healthcare setting.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 Additional certification in pediatric dental assisting or related specialty.
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 Experience with dental practice management software.
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 Strong knowledge of child psychology and behavior management techniques.
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 Bilingual abilities, especially in Spanish or other commonly spoken languages in the community.
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 Previous experience in a fast-paced pediatric dental office.
 
 
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 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Prepare and organize dental instruments and materials required for pediatric dental procedures.
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 Assist the dentist during examinations and treatments by providing necessary tools and support.
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 Ensure the comfort and safety of child patients by creating a friendly and reassuring environment.
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 Maintain accurate patient records, including treatment details and medical histories.
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 Sterilize and disinfect dental equipment and treatment areas following strict infection control protocols.
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 Educate children and their caregivers on oral hygiene techniques and preventive dental care.
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 Schedule patient appointments and manage front desk activities as needed to support clinic operations.
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 Monitor and maintain inventory of dental supplies to ensure availability for daily procedures.
 
 
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 Skills:
 
 
 
 The Pediatric Dental Assistant utilizes clinical skills daily to prepare treatment rooms and assist dentists efficiently during procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining dental care instructions to children and their parents in an understandable and reassuring manner. Organizational skills are applied to maintain accurate patient records and manage appointment scheduling, contributing to smooth clinic operations. Knowledge of infection control protocols is critical to sterilize instruments and maintain a hygienic environment, protecting patients and staff. Additionally, interpersonal skills help build trust with young patients, reducing their anxiety and fostering a positive dental experience.
 
 
 Benefits:
 
 
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 Medical
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 dental
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 vision
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 401k (company matches)
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 FMLA, PTO, Holiday, Sick time
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 other incentives
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Pediatric Dental Assistant

Specialty Dental Brands

<div>Description:

At Children's Dental Center we're dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care to children in a fun and welcoming environment. We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our team and help us continue to make bright smiles a reality.
Website: Children's Dental Center!
Duties/Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Assist the pediatric dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.</li><li>
Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.</li><li>
Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).</li><li>
Perform coronal polishing and apply fluoride treatments.</li><li>
Place dental sealants as directed.</li><li>
Educate patients and parents on proper oral hygiene practice.</li><li>
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with charting.</li><li>
Ensure a clean and organized clinical environment</li><li>
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.</li></ul>
Requirements:
<ul><li>Valid South Dakota Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license.</li><li>
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.</li><li>
Experience in pediatric dentistry preferred but not required.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine love for working with children.</li><li>
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined.</li></ul>
Comprehensive Benefits Package:<ul><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)</li><li>
Paid holidays</li><li>
Paid time off</li></ul>
Join our team and be part of a practice dedicated to excellence in pediatric care. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!</div>

Registered Dental Assistant at Children's Dental Center

Lone Peak Dental Group

<div>
 
 Join Our Team as a Pediatric Dental Assistant!
 
 
 
 Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at Bright Start Dental in Florence!
 
 
 At Bright Start Dental, we create smiles that last a lifetime by making every visit a Kidsperience! We&rsquo;re on the lookout for a
 
 reliable, energetic, and compassionate Dental Assistant
 
 who is
 
 registered or certified
 
 that thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to providing outstanding care to our kiddos and their caregivers.
 
 
 
 Why Join Us?
 
 
 
 
 Make a Difference:
 
 Be a part of a team that helps kiddos develop lifelong healthy habits.
 
 
 
 Supportive &amp; Fun Team:
 
 Work in an environment where teamwork, positivity, and making a difference are at the heart of what we do.
 
 
 
 Competitive Pay &amp; Perks:
 
 Enjoy a flexible schedule, full-time hours, and a benefits package that includes:
 
 
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 Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance
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 401K
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 Paid Time Off &amp; Holiday Pay
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 Bonus Opportunities
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 Company-Paid Continuing Education
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 Referral Bonus Program
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 Starting at $17.00/HR
 
 
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 Who We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 Someone who loves working with kids and creating a positive experience.
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 A dependable, detail-oriented team player with a strong work ethic.
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 A difference-maker who is eager to learn and grow.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 1 year experience is preferred, but we will train the right person!
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 X-Ray, CDA, RDA required.
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 EFDA, or EDDA certification a plus.
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 Experience with Denticon software or iTero scanners is a plus.
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 Graduation from a dental assisting school is a plus.
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 Full-time role (30+ hours per week).
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 State licensure/certification may be required depending on location.
 
 
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 A Typical Day As a Pediatric Dental Assistant
 
 
 
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 Welcoming kiddos and making them feel comfortable.
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 Assisting caregivers and doctors in providing top-notch care.
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 Creating a fun and engaging experience for each patient.
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 Ensuring smooth patient flow and maintaining a kid-friendly environment.
 
 
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 Schedule
 
 
 
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 8-hour shifts
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 Daytime hours &ndash; No nights!
 
 
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 Be Part of Something Bigger!
 
 
 
 Lone Peak Dental Group is a leading
 
 pediatric specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO)
 
 with over
 
 76 offices across 15 states
 
 . Founded in 2003, we are committed to
 
 serving underserved communities
 
 and ensuring
 
 all children receive the dental care they deserve
 
 . Our mission,
 
 &ldquo;Creating healthy habits that last a lifetime,&rdquo;
 
 is at the heart of everything we do.
 
 
 YOU are the key to creating a welcoming, engaging, and exceptional experience for every kiddo. If you&rsquo;re ready to bring smiles and make a lasting impact, we can&rsquo;t wait to meet you!
 
 
 
 Apply today and become a Difference Maker!
 
 
 
 
 Lone Peak Dental Group is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer.
 
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Dental Assistant Registered/Certified

<div>Join Our Team as a Pediatric Dental Assistant!
Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at Bright Start Dental in Florence!
At Bright Start Dental, we create smiles that last a lifetime by making every visit a Kidsperience! We&rsquo;re on the lookout for a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Dental Assistant who is registered or certified that thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to providing outstanding care to our kiddos and their caregivers.
Why Join Us?
Make a Difference: Be a part of a team that helps kiddos develop lifelong healthy habits. 
Supportive &amp; Fun Team: Work in an environment where teamwork, positivity, and making a difference are at the heart of what we do. 
Competitive Pay &amp; Perks: Enjoy a flexible schedule, full-time hours, and a benefits package that includes:
<ul><li>Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance</li>
<li>401K</li>
<li>Paid Time Off &amp; Holiday Pay</li>
<li>Bonus Opportunities</li>
<li>Company-Paid Continuing Education</li>
<li>Referral Bonus Program</li>
<li>Starting at $17.00/HR</li>
</ul>
Who We&rsquo;re Looking For:
<ul><li>Someone who loves working with kids and creating a positive experience.</li>
<li>A dependable, detail-oriented team player with a strong work ethic.</li>
<li>A difference-maker who is eager to learn and grow.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul><li>1 year experience is preferred, but we will train the right person!</li>
<li>X-Ray, CDA, RDA required.</li>
<li>EFDA, or EDDA certification a plus.</li>
<li>Experience with Denticon software or iTero scanners is a plus.</li>
<li>Graduation from a dental assisting school is a plus.</li>
<li>Full-time role (30+ hours per week).</li>
<li>State licensure/certification may be required depending on location.</li>
</ul>
A Typical Day as a Pediatric Dental Assistant:
<ul><li>Welcoming kiddos and making them feel comfortable.</li>
<li>Assisting caregivers and doctors in providing top-notch care.</li>
<li>Creating a fun and engaging experience for each patient.</li>
<li>Ensuring smooth patient flow and maintaining a kid-friendly environment.</li>
</ul>
Schedule:
<ul><li>8-hour shifts</li>
<li>Daytime hours &ndash; No nights!</li>
</ul>
Be Part of Something Bigger!
Lone Peak Dental Group is a leading pediatric specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) with over 76 offices across 15 states. Founded in 2003, we are committed to serving underserved communities and ensuring all children receive the dental care they deserve. Our mission, &ldquo;Creating healthy habits that last a lifetime,&rdquo; is at the heart of everything we do.
YOU are the key to creating a welcoming, engaging, and exceptional experience for every kiddo. If you&rsquo;re ready to bring smiles and make a lasting impact, we can&rsquo;t wait to meet you!
Apply today and become a Difference Maker!
Lone Peak Dental Group is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer.</div>

Centers for Pediatric Dental Sedation

Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and friendly Dental Assistant to join our team in a dynamic pediatric dental sedation environment. Centers for Pediatric Dental Sedation (CPDS) is an exclusively IV sedation pediatric dental practice. All patients are referred from other offices and treated under sedation. Practices are located in Brookhaven and Marietta. Our office is looking to add full time Spanish speaking assistant to our team. CPDS travels to different locations on varying days of month. If you are interested in full time or part-time work, please reach out to Ashley Johnson. Pay would be based on previous assisting experience.Qualifications<ul><li>SPANISH Speaking</li><li>Previous experience in a medical or dental office setting is preferred but not mandatory.</li><li>Proficiency in using phone systems and computerized medical records management software.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, particularly in managing care plans and insurance documentation.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients and staff.</li><li>Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and composure.</li><li>Familiarity with medical administrative support functions is a plus, especially within a dental clinic context.</li></ul>Join us as we strive to provide outstanding care and service to our patients!Job Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hourLanguage:<ul><li>Spanish (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Atlanta, GA 30329 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Atlanta, GA 30329: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Dental Assistant/Receptionist

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Market Range: 05
 
 
 
 
 Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary/Essential Functions
 
 
 
 The Clinical Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance and clinical practice support for faculty, residents, and dental students in the Pediatric Dentistry department. This position rotates between the pediatric dentistry clinics at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and at the College of Dentistry.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Provides chairside assistance, such as oral evacuations, retractions, and instrument exchange.
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 Ensures the presence of necessary equipment, instruments, and materials for chairside procedures and that the working area, instruments, and equipment meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sterilization regulations.
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 Prepares and mixes dental materials.
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 Monitors and maintains the safety of nitrous oxide usage; cleans and sterilizes instruments and nitrous oxide masks.
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 Exposes, processes, and labels x-ray film (including periapical, occlusal, and panoramic film).
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 Prepares and maintains routine and non-routine order requisitions for supplies and equipment.
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 Documents the patient record as the doctor dictates findings.
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 Answers multi-line phones and makes patient appointments.
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 Maintains necessary inventory supplies and equipment.
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 Performs other related duties as assigned.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 EDUCATION:
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
 
 
 One (1) year of experience working in a dental office or dental laboratory. Must maintain registration as a licensed dental assistant in the State of Tennessee. Nitrous Oxide Monitoring and Radiology Certification required. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED). (Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) with the Dental Assistant National Board Certification (DANB) is preferred. Graduate of CODA accredited school preferred.)
 
 
 
 License/Certification
 
 
 
 A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in the State of Tennessee, with certification in radiology and nitrous oxide monitoring, is required. CDA (DANB) certification preferred. (PROOF OF LICENSURE IS REQUIRED)
 
 
 
 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
 
 
 
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 Knowledge of all areas of dental assisting as outlined by the State of Tennessee Board of Dentistry, to include the setup of operatory, instrument transfer, correct sequencing of instruments, and dental material according to procedure.
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 Ability to provide all supportive services or procedures necessary to protect the physical well-being of the patient during routine treatment procedures and during periods of emergencies, including, but not limited to physical positioning of the patient, monitoring of vital signs, assistance during administration of life-support activities, and any other non-invasive procedures deemed necessary by the supervising dentist to maintain the health and safety of the patient.
 
 
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 Work Schedule
 
 
 
 This position may occasionally be required to work on holidays.
</div>

Clinical Dental Assistant-Pediatric Dentistry Comm Oral Health

East Valley Children's Dentistry

About Us: Our pediatric dental startup is growing fast, and we&rsquo;re looking for someone who loves working with kids, is a great team player, and is ready to join a fun, fast-paced office in Burbank! We&rsquo;re all about making dental visits enjoyable, efficient, and stress-free for kids and parents alike.Position Summary: We&rsquo;re seeking a Back Office Assistant (DA or RDA) who is reliable, upbeat, and loves pediatric dentistry. Whether you&rsquo;re helping with cleanings, assisting chairside, or giving kids high-fives after their appointment&mdash;you&rsquo;re a key part of creating a positive dental experience.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with pediatric exams and cleanings</li><li>Take x-rays and assist chairside during treatments</li><li>Set up and sterilize instruments and rooms</li><li>Help keep kids calm, happy, and entertained</li><li>Stock rooms and maintain supply inventory</li><li>Support the team with overflow patients and daily flow</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For:<ul><li>Active DA or RDA license in CA</li><li>Experience in pediatrics is a plus (but we can train the right person)</li><li>Positive, can-do attitude</li><li>Team player who loves working with kids</li><li>CPR certified</li><li>Bilingual (Spanish) is a bonus</li></ul>Perks &amp; Benefits:<ul><li>Paid holidays and PTO; 401K matching (retirement), continuing education credits</li><li>Supportive doctor and staff</li><li>Flexible growth opportunities</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $19.00 - $27.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Continuing education credits</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>On-the-job training</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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