Dental Assistant

UPMC Senior Communities; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pediatric hospital as a Dental Assistant, where your compassionate care will make a difference in children's lives. In this dynamic role, you will greet patients, assist in dental procedures, and maintain a safe and organized environment. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers a supportive team atmosphere that values your contributions. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you to enhance your skills and impact the smiles of young patients every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Dental Radiology Certificate is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat patients with warmth and care.
• Assist dentists and orthodontists using four-handed techniques.
• Prepare and manage patient records and discharge summaries.

Skills

Patient Care

Dental Radiology

Record Management

BLS or CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Are you a caring, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment? The Dental Department at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our outstanding team and help deliver high-quality, compassionate dental care to our pediatric patients.

What You'll Do :

• Greet and seat patients with warmth and care
• Assist dentists and orthodontists using four-handed techniques
• Take diagnostic X-rays and impressions with precision
• Prepare and manage patient records, discharge summaries, and lab cases
• Support procedures in the clinic, hospital OR, and satellite locations
• Keep treatment areas clean, organized, and stocked
• Maintain equipment and uphold the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

Join one of the nation's top pediatric hospitals and be part of a team that brings expert care-and brighter smiles-to children every day. Here, your skills matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Dental Radiology Certificate required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

• Dental Radiology Certificate required upon hire OR Dental Auxiliary Personnel License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Dental Radiology Certificate
• Act 31, 33, 34, 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran