**$1,000 Sign-on Bonus!**

The ideal applicant loves children, is X-ray certified, is capable and organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is focused on patient care. We are looking for someone who wants to grow personally and professionally with the office.

Orthodontic experience and familiarity with Eaglesoft will help the perfect candidate shine. Preference is given to applicants with CDA status through DANB and applicants who have graduated from a CODA-accredited dental assisting program.

Our established practice offers a team-oriented environment where employees are valued for their involvement, innovation, and talent. We also offer health insurance, paid time off, a 401K with match, and potential for growth within the office. Interested candidates can learn more about our office on our website at www.northshorepediatricdental.com.

Responsibilities include chairside assisting for orthodontics, taking radiographs, maintaining accurate patient records, and assisting with tasks at the front desk as needed.

The office is open Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm, as well as 1 Saturday per month 8:30 am-2 pm. Please submit your resume and cover letter to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

All patients and guardians over the age of two are required to wear a mask and be screened for symptoms. Staff wears masks, gloves, face shields, and additional PPE as appropriate per dental infection control recommendations.

Application Question(s):

• Did you graduate from a CODA-accredited dental assisting school? If so, which one?
• How would you calm a child who is nervous about their dental appointment?
• Are you a Certified Dental Assistant or a Certified Orthodontic Assistant? This requires taking exams through DANB and is different from being a licensed dental assistant.

Experience:

• Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

$40,000 - $50,000

• Greet patients and prepare them for the doctor by removing elastics, brushing, and prepping teeth for bracket placement
• Using 3D printer to make models and making thermoform plastic retainers
• Helping clean and organize the patient areas
• Helping the front desk with light responsibilities
• Taking records for Orthodontic patients - X-rays, photos, iTero scans
• Learning and implementing the Lightforce indirect bonding system and Invisalign bonding system for attachments

• 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
• Ideal candidate is a great team player
• Ideal candidate is eager to acquire new skills, as our office is largely a digital practice and growing
• Ideal candidate is a good communicator and is friendly with patients, putting patient/ family needs first
• Ideal candidate is prompt and looks for things to do that will improve the office environment during downtime

At our office, we start our patients on their journey to lifelong dental wellness by providing a comfortable, compassionate, and fun dental home for families who want more for their kids. If you believe, like we do, in inclusion, accountability, and teamwork - you may be the perfect candidate as our newest pediatric and orthodontic dental assistant!