What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dental Assistant position at Discovery Kids?
Come Join Our Friendly Pediatric Dental Team!
Discovery Kids is a highly rated dental practice looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our amazing team, full-time!
✨ Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- A supportive, close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together and is always ready to lend a helping hand
- The opportunity to build meaningful connections with children while making a positive impact on their dental health
- The chance to work with an amazing doctor who truly cares about her patients
What We're Looking For:
- At least 1 year of pediatric dental assisting experience is preferred
- Someone who is dependable, positive, outgoing and excited to continue learning and growing with our team
- Must enjoy working with children and have a passion for dentistry
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Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm (arrive 7:45am)
Compensation: $22-26hr, plus monthly bonus opportunities based on performance
✅Benefits: We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401k matching, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and EAP.
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Responsibilities:
- Genuinely welcome patients into the practice
- Assist the dentist chairside with 4 handed dentistry
- A thorough review and update of the patient's health history
- Prepare patients for treatment, ensuring the highest level of care and comfort are achieved
- Sterilization of instruments according to OSHA regulations
- Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies as needed for each operatory
- Assist with ordering and stocking supplies
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Requirements:
- At least 1 year of experience as a Pediatric Dental Assistant is preferred
- Certified Dental Assistant preferred
- X-Ray Certified or willing to obtain
- Active CPR Certification or willing to obtain
Accepting applications until July 31, 2026 or we find the right candidate
Salary : $22 - $26