Dental Assistant

Little Smiles; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Little Smiles is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant who is energetic, friendly, and caring to join our pediatric dental practice. You will greet families, assist during check-ups, and help make dental visits a positive experience for children.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays (certification required), performing cleanings, maintaining sterile rooms, and teaching kids and parents about oral care. Travel between Palm Coast and St. Augustine, FL with flexible full-time/part-time options.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience or training (pediatric experience a plus!)
• X-ray certification (required by state)
• Positive attitude, patience, and love for working with children
• Team player who’s organized and dependable

Responsibilities

• Greet and comfort young patients and families
• Perform dental cleanings for children
• Assist the dentist during check-ups and treatments
• Take X-rays (certification required)
• Keep rooms, instruments, and equipment clean and ready
• Teach kids and parents how to care for their teeth

Skills

Pediatric dental assisting

Team work

Patience

Child-friendly

Education

Dental assisting training

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Job Description

Pediatric Dental Assistant – Join Our Fun & Caring Team!

We’re looking for a smiling, energetic, and caring Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental practice! If you love working with kids and want to make dental visits a positive, fun experience, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Greet and comfort our young patients and their families
• Perform dental cleanings for children.
• Assist the dentist during check-ups and treatments
• Take X-rays (certification required)
• Keep rooms, instruments, and equipment clean and ready
• Teach kids and parents how to care for their teeth

What We’re Looking For:

• Dental assisting experience or training (pediatric experience a plus!)
• X-ray certification (required by state)
• Positive attitude, patience, and love for working with children
• Team player who’s organized and dependable

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Fun, friendly, and supportive work environment
• Make a real difference in children’s lives
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities to grow your skills

Location:Traveling position between Palm Coast and St. Augustine, FL
Schedule: Full-time / Part-time