Dental Assistant - Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

Description

Who are we?

Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is a well-established and reputable Pediatric Dental & Orthodontic practice in Scottsdale that has been serving The Valley for nearly 40 years. As a concierge orthodontic practice, we are dedicated to delivering personalized experiences for our patients of all ages! Our team is committed to creating beautiful smiles and providing top-notch service.

What’s it like to work at “APDO”

The Pediatric Dental Assistant is responsible for creating a welcoming environment for our patients and parents that focuses on education, relationship building, and upholding our concierge approach to high-end Pediatric Dentistry. We aim to become a “dental home” to those in our community where they feel safe, valued, and heard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating a friendly atmosphere for dental procedures, helping them feel comfortable and at ease.
• Educating children and parents about proper oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and dietary habits.
• Assisting the dentist during examinations, treatments, and procedures by providing the necessary instruments and materials, ensuring compliance with infection control for a safe and sterile environment.
• Performing coronal polishing and taking digital dental x-rays, ensuring proper positioning and image quality.
• Collaborating with the dental team to develop effective treatment plans for patients.

Work-Life Culture:

We firmly believe work should be a place you enjoy coming into each morning and we strive to create community within our practice! From team lunches to themed dress-up days, and even jumping into starring in an Instagram reel, there are many opportunities for engagement. Some of our current available activities include book club, vision board planning, craft nights, pickle-ball, happy hour, etc.

Additional Benefits of the work-life culture we provide:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Doctors and leadership that value and care for their team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Access to advanced orthodontic training and technology
• A beautiful and modern working environment

Compensation Package:

In addition to an hourly rate, we include the following benefits in our compensation package for those working 30 hours or more:

• Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options
• FSA/HSA
• Short/Long-term disability options
• 401(k) with up to 4% matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Uniforms provided
• Free Pediatric Dental Care for immediate family members after 90 days
• Free Orthodontic Treatment for employees and immediate family members after 1 year
• Practice-wide monthly bonus structure

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a dental assistant program is preferred.
• DANB x-ray certification.
• Coronal Polish certification (or in process of completing).
• Experience working in a pediatric dental setting is a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, especially when interacting with children and parents.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in helping young patients have positive dental experiences.
• Familiarity with dental software for charting and record-keeping.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Together as a team, we created what we are looking for in our ideal candidate with "The 5 Pillars of a Team Player." If you exemplify the following pillars, we would love for you to join our team!

• Positive Energy
• Team Oriented
• Committed
• Great Communicator
• Coachable