Dental Assistant

Specialty Dental Brands; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our pediatric-focused team. The role supports dentists and the clinical team in delivering exceptional care in a welcoming environment for children and their families.

Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, preparing rooms and instruments, taking X-rays, educating patients, maintaining infection control, and supporting daily operations. Travel between up to four locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in a dental or medical setting is preferred.
• Active dental assistant certification is preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, patient-focused approach to working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and exams.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Take and process dental X-rays in compliance with safety regulations.
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and OSHA compliance.
• Support the clinical team with daily patient care and office operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Dental setting experience

Dental assistant certification

Communication skills

Child-friendly approach

Job description

St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. With a strong reputation for providing exceptional pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming, and child-focused environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, patient-centered practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating positive dental experiences for children and families.

As a Dental Assistant, you will support the dentist and clinical team in providing exceptional pediatric dental care while helping create a positive, comfortable experience for children and their families.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and exams
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• Take and process dental X-rays in compliance with applicable safety regulations
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and OSHA compliance
• Support the clinical team with daily patient care and office operations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience or knowledge in a dental or medical setting preferred, but not required
• Active dental assistant certification preferred, but not required
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, patient-focused approach to working with children and families

What Makes You Successful:

You are dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric dental environment. You enjoy working with children and families and are committed to creating a positive and welcoming patient experience. You communicate effectively, work well as part of a collaborative team, and are flexible in supporting the needs of the practice. This position requires the ability and willingness to travel between up to four practice locations as needed to support team and patient needs. Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined.

Why Join Us?

• Trusted pediatric dental practice with multiple convenient locations throughout St. Louis
• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture
• Modern, kid-friendly offices equipped with advanced dental technology
• Emphasis on compassionate, child-centered care
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off