Dental Assistant - Sunset Children's Dentistry

We are a growing pediatric dental office committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and their families. Our practices focus on creating a positive, fun, and safe environment while delivering exceptional clinical care.

The Pediatric Dental Assistant supports the clinical team in delivering outstanding patient care while ensuring an efficient and comfortable experience for children and their families. This role requires a friendly, energetic, and patient-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of pediatric dental procedures

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care

• Take and record dental radiographs (X-rays) in compliance with state regulations

• Ensure proper sterilization and infection control protocols are followed

• Comfort and guide pediatric patients, creating a positive experience

• Provide chairside assistance including suctioning, instrument transfer, and charting

• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

• Support office flow by preparing rooms and turning over operatories efficiently

• Assist with inventory management and stocking of clinical supplies

• Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, and company policies and procedures