What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dental Assistant position at Ridgeview Pediatric Dentistry?
Now Hiring: Pediatric Dental Assistant
We are looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant who is excited to help kids feel comfortable at the dentist! If you're patient, fun, and ready to make a difference, this is the job for you! In our office you will work side by side with some of the best pediatric dentists in town, you will learn how to promote a caring and welcoming environment, you can learn new skills in making sure each dental appointment is positive and fun. You’ll have the opportunity to utilize your clinical skills and compassionate demeanor to support our dentists in delivering high-quality dental treatments. Our mission is provide the highest quality care in a fun, relaxed and enjoyable environment.
What We Offer: Competitive Pay, Paid Time Off, Supportive Work Environment, Opportunities for Growth
What We’re Looking For:
Experience with pediatric dentistry (preferred)
Dental Assistant Certification
X-ray Certification (or willing to obtain)
Enthusiasm and a positive attitude!
Ready to join our awesome team? Apply today!
Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Getting patients ready for dental procedures.
- Sterilizing and sanitizing equipment, setting up instrument trays, preparing supplies, and assisting with dental operations all contribute to infection control.
- When necessary, assist dentists in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
- Taking excellent care of patients.
- Dental x-rays are exposed during dental diagnostics, and dental x-ray equipment is cared for.
- Patients and their caregivers are given information on dental hygiene, oral health, and plaque reduction.
- Medical and dental histories, as well as patient vital signs, are gathered and recorded.
- Following the dentist’s instructions for postoperative care.
- Dental equipment maintenance.
- Keeping the dental office, from waiting room to dental operatory clean and presentable.
- Preliminary impressions for study casts are made, we also do intraoral scanning!
- Maintaining dental equipment inventory and ordering dental supplies.
- Be reliable, on time and ready to face each day with a smile.
Dental Assistant Requirements:
- Dental assistant certification preferred, but we are willing to train the best candidate!
- Certification in dental x-rays preferred.
- A high school degree is mandatory.
- Experience with a variety of computer skills.
- Communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A proven track record as a reliable, responsible employee.
- Dental instrument knowledge and sterilizing techniques preferred.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Honest and mature personality but willing to be goofy, we see only kids after all!
- Have a genuinely positive and friendly demeanor.
Benefits: 401K with matching, paid week off around the holidays, medical insurance, 6 paid holidays, paid day off for your birthday after one year.
A little bit about us: our average employee has 7 years in our practice, three of our current assistants have been with us since their externship including one of our assistants that started her externship in 2012 and never left! We value hard work, love to have fun and seek to provide long term support for our team members.
We can't wait to meet you!