Certified Pediatric Dental Assistant

Kids Teeth; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & SupplementalInsurance

100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Continuing Education

Free Uniforms

Employee Discounts

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Kids Teeth, a locally owned pediatric dental practice in Mount Pleasant, SC, is seeking a dental assistant who can help children feel safe and cared for. You will assist the doctor during pediatric procedures, take digital x-rays, and help prepare treatment rooms with a friendly, team-first attitude.

The role requires CDA or RDA certification, nitrous certification (or eligibility), and 2+ years of pediatric dental assisting experience.

Qualifications

• CDA or RDA certification.
• Nitrous certification (or eligible).
• 2+ years of pediatric dental assisting experience.
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills.
• A genuine love for working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor during pediatric procedures.
• Help children feel safe, comfortable, and confident.
• Take digital x-rays and prepare treatment rooms.
• Educate parents on home care and next steps.
• Support your teammates and keep the day running smoothly.

Skills

Communication skills

Child-friendly

Team collaboration

Education

CDA or RDA certification

Nitrous certification

Job description

$26–$30/hour | Full-Time or Part-Time | Mount Pleasant, SC

What if your next dental office finally felt like home?

Not just people working in the same building...

But a team that celebrates wins, supports each other on the hard days, invests in your growth, and genuinely enjoys caring for children.

That's the culture we've spent more than 45 years building at Kids Teeth.

If you're looking for more than your next job—we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Award-winning, locally owned pediatric practice
• Supportive, team-first culture
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Every other Friday off & no weekends
• Meaningful work that makes a difference every day

What We Offer

• $26–$30/hour
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Continuing Education
• Free Uniforms
• Employee Discounts

What You'll Do

• Assist the doctor during pediatric procedures
• Help children feel safe, comfortable, and confident
• Take digital x-rays and prepare treatment rooms
• Educate parents on home care and next steps
• Support your teammates and keep the day running smoothly

What You Bring

• CDA or RDA certification
• Nitrous certification (or eligible)
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience (pediatric preferred)
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• A genuine love for working with children and families

Patient Schedule

Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM (every other Friday off!)

Two Tuesday evenings/month (1:00–7:00 PM during the school year)

No weekends

Ready to Join the Kids Teeth Family?

At Kids Teeth, we believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients.

If you're looking for a place where you'll feel supported, appreciated, and excited to come to work—we'd love to hear from you.