Dental Assistant

Lone Peak Dental Group; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Bonus Opportunities

Company-Paid Continuing Education

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Oceanside Dental & Orthodontics in Myrtle Beach is seeking a friendly Pediatric Dental Assistant to support our kids and teens. You’ll help the doctor, soothe anxious patients, and make every visit enjoyable while maintaining a kid-friendly environment.

This full-time role offers daytime shifts (8 hours) with no nights, opportunities for growth, and benefits. Prior experience or certification is welcomed, with certifications like X-Ray or CDA a plus.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience or certification required; new grads welcome.
• X-Ray, CDA, RDA, EFDA, or EDDA certification is a plus.
• Experience with Denticon software or iTero scanners is a plus.
• Graduation from a dental assisting school is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming kiddos and making them feel comfortable.
• Assisting caregivers and doctors in providing top-notch care.
• Creating a fun and engaging experience for each patient.
• Ensuring smooth patient flow and maintaining a kid-friendly environment.

Skills

Team player

Kids-friendly

Detail-oriented

Education

Dental assisting education or certification

Tools

Denticon

iTero

Job description

Join Our Team as a Pediatric Dental Assistant!

Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at Oceanside Dental & Orthodontics in Myrtle Beach!

At Oceanside Dental & Orthodontics, we create smiles that last a lifetime by making every visit a Kidsperience. We’re on the lookout for a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Dental Assistant who thrives in a team-oriented environment and is committed to providing outstanding care to our kiddos and their caregivers.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Difference: Be a part of a team that helps kiddos develop lifelong healthy habits.
• Supportive & Fun Team: Work in an environment where teamwork, positivity, and making a difference are at the heart of what we do.
• Competitive Pay & Perks:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Company-Paid Continuing Education
  • Referral Bonus Program

Who We’re Looking For

• Someone who loves working with kids and creating a positive experience.
• A dependable, detail-oriented team player with a strong work ethic.
• A difference-maker who is eager to learn and grow.

Requirements

• 1 year experience or certification required. New grads welcome to apply!
• X-Ray, CDA, RDA, EFDA, or EDDA certification is a plus.
• Experience with Denticon software or iTero scanners is a plus.
• Graduation from a dental assisting school is a plus.
• Full-time role (30+ hours per week).
• State licensure/certification may be required depending on location.

A Typical Day As a Pediatric Dental Assistant

• Welcoming kiddos and making them feel comfortable.
• Assisting caregivers and doctors in providing top-notch care.
• Creating a fun and engaging experience for each patient.
• Ensuring smooth patient flow and maintaining a kid-friendly environment.

Schedule

• 8-hour shifts
• Daytime hours – No nights!

Pay

Starting at $18/hr (dependent on experience and certifications).

Lone Peak Dental Group is a leading pediatric specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) with over 76 offices across 15 states. Founded in 2003, we are committed to serving underserved communities and ensuring all children receive the dental care they deserve. Our mission, “Creating healthy habits that last a lifetime,” is at the heart of everything we do.

Lone Peak Dental Group is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and an E-Verify employer.