US - Dental Assistants
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Multiple locations
Pediatric Dental Assistant
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate individual who is eager to contribute to the oral health and well-being of children, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume.
💰 Competitive Pay: Starting at $18 per hour, with opportunities for higher compensation based on experience and training!
✨ What You’ll Do
- As a key member of our pediatric dental team, you’ll ensure that every child feels comfortable and cared for during their visit:
- Assist pediatric dentists chairside during cleanings, exams, sealants, fillings, and other treatments
- Help create a positive and calming environment for children and their families
- Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms, organizing kid-friendly instruments and materials
- Provide patient education on brushing, flossing, and oral hygiene habits tailored to young patients
- Take and process pediatric dental X-rays with care and precision
- Manage instruments and sterilization according to strict safety protocols
- Support smooth patient flow by collaborating with the front desk and other clinical team members
- Comfort and guide children through their visit with patience, empathy, and a friendly attitude
💡 What We’re Looking For
You may be a perfect fit if you bring:
- Experience working with children — in dental settings, schools, or childcare (highly preferred)
- Eagerness to learn and grow in pediatric dentistry
- Excellent communication skills and a warm, upbeat personality
- Strong organization and multitasking abilities in a busy clinical environment
- Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend or similar dental software is a plus
- Team
- US - Dental Assistants
- Role
- Pediatric Assistant
- Locations
- Canarsie Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, New York Family Dentistry, Flatlands Family Dental, Flatbush Family Dental, Lincoln Family Dental, Avenue D Family Dental, Canarsie Braces
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