Dental Assistant

bluetree; Mesa (ID); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus $300

PTO and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability Insurance

BLS/CPR training covered

Job summary

Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is hiring a Dental Assistant with no experience required. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship, with travel between Post Falls and Hayden clinics supported by reliable transportation. Earn $16–$24 per hour DOE plus a high-yield bonus structure and a $300 sign-on bonus.

Flexible full-time schedule, no weekends, and full benefits offered. Join a kid-friendly team that values attitude, work ethic, and a heart for helping children smile.

Qualifications

• Zero clinical experience required; mentorship will handle training.
• Travel: reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally between Post Falls and Hayden locations.
• Certifications: Active BLS/CPR or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
• Software: Basic computer skills; familiarity with Open Dental is a bonus, but we will train you.
• Mindset: team player with strong communication and growth mindset aligned with our mission.
• Compliance: pre-employment drug screen; adherence to CDC/OSHA/ADA safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Pediatric chairside care assisting dentists with efficiency and a gentle touch.
• Ensure patient comfort using kid-friendly language and create a positive environment.
• Travel to support multiple local clinic locations as scheduled.
• Prepare, sterilize, and turnover treatment rooms while maintaining infection-control standards.

Skills

Zero experience required

Team player

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel locally

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Dental Assistant (No Experience Required – We Will Train You!)

• Company: Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
• Location: Post Falls, ID (Requires local travel between our Post Falls and Hayden clinics)
• Job Type: Full-Time (32–36 hours per week)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:10 am to 5:20 pm (No Weekends!)
• Pay: $16.00 – $24.00 per hour (DOE) + High-Yield Performance Bonuses
• Sign-On Bonus: $300.00

No Dental Experience? No Problem! You do NOT need prior medical or dental experience to apply! If you have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a heart for helping kids, we will teach you the rest. We provide a comprehensive, hands-on, on-the-job training program designed to build your skills from the ground up and turn you into a confident, highly capable clinical assistant.

Maximize Your Earnings: We want our team to share in our practice's success! In addition to your hourly rate and $300 sign-on bonus, this role features a highly rewarding bonus structure that gives you the opportunity to significantly boost your take-home pay each month!

Why Join Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry?

Do you love bringing joy to others and have a heart for helping kids smile? Come join the Little Smiles family! We’ve been proudly caring for children’s smiles for years, focusing on bringing positive energy to every single dental visit. As part of our team, you’ll be the friendly face who makes kids feel at ease the moment they walk in. Every day here is filled with fun, collaborative teamwork, and truly meaningful work!

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: Zero clinical experience required! Bring a great attitude, and our dedicated mentorship program will handle your training. (Experienced DAs are also highly encouraged to apply!)
• Travel: Reliable personal transportation and a strict willingness to travel locally to support both our Post Falls and Hayden office locations.
• Certifications: Active BLS/CPR Certification (or a willingness to obtain it upon hire).
• Software: Basic computer skills (Familiarity with Open Dental is a bonus, but we will train you!).
• Mindset: A true team player with excellent communication skills, a willingness to grow, and someone who completely aligns with our mission to make dentistry fun for kids.
• Compliance: This position is safety-sensitive; a pre-employment drug screen is required. We strictly adhere to all CDC, OSHA, and ADA safety guidelines.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Pediatric Chairside Care: Learn to assist our pediatric dentists during clinical procedures with a high level of efficiency and a gentle, comforting touch.
• Patient Comfort: Use kid-friendly language to ease dental anxieties and create a fun, safe, and positive environment for children and their parents.
• Multi-Site Support: Adapt smoothly to traveling and supporting operations across our local clinic footprint as scheduled.
• Clinical Flow: Master the art of preparing, sterilizing, and turning over treatment rooms efficiently while maintaining absolute safety and infection-control standards.

Here’s What We Offer (Perks & Benefits)

• Lucrative Compensation: $16.00 – $24.00 per hour base + Strong Bonus Opportunities + $300 Sign-on Bonus!
• Time Off: Accrual-based Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays.
• Comprehensive Health: Medical Insurance (5 tailored plans to choose from), Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) with a generous Company Match to secure your future.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability policies.
• Continuing Education: BLS/CPR Annual Recertification Fees fully covered.
• Extra Perks: Team Member Recognition Programs & Employee Discounts (including discounted services and corporate cell phone plans!).
• Career Growth: Clear opportunities for professional advancement as you master your new clinical skills.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to jumpstart a rewarding new career and make a real difference in children’s smiles, we’d love to meet you!

Apply today to join the team at Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry!

Little Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.