Pediatric Dental Assistant

As a Dental Assistant , you will play a key role in helping children develop healthy dental habits and ensuring they have a lifetime of beautiful smiles! Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Description

Job Opportunity: Dental Assistant
Location: American Pediatric Dental Group.

As a Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in helping children develop healthy dental habits and ensuring they have a lifetime of beautiful smiles! If you're passionate about working with kids and enjoy being part of a fun, dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you!

Experience and Qualifications:

• Pediatric dental assisting experience preferred (training available for experienced dental assistants).
• Required: EFDA certification, CPR, and X-ray certification.
• Preferred: Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish).
• Loves working with kids, flexible, reliable, and eager for growth.

Work Schedule:

• Monday & Thursday: 9:15 AM - 6:30 PM.
• Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM.
• Saturday 8:15am -1:30pm

Benefits We Offer:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Opportunities for community involvement.

Join us in making a difference in children's dental health and creating beautiful smiles for life!

Apply Today!Requirements

Education/Credentials:

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is .
• Radiography requirements according to the state regulations.

Job related experience:

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• Pediatric experience, preferred

Job-related skills/competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication - effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image- one that is reflective of Company Values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills with an ability to learn and successfully use new software programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working conditions:

• Travel between the assigned offices, if needed
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles