Dental Assistant - Part-Time

Lone Peak Dental Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastpoint Pediatric Dental Associates is seeking a friendly Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team. The ideal candidate supports dentists and clinical staff in a welcoming, safe environment and is organized, patient, and team-oriented.

The role focuses on assisting during pediatric procedures, preparing rooms, taking radiographs, maintaining infection control, and delivering compassionate care to children and families.

Qualifications

• Pediatric dental assisting experience preferred.
• Radiology certification required.
• Knowledge of infection control and dental office procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working with children of different ages and personalities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and examinations.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and dental instruments.
• Take and develop dental radiographs as directed.
• Assist with patient care and provide age-appropriate reassurance to young patients.
• Maintain infection-control and sterilization standards.
• Prepare materials and equipment for procedures.
• Document treatment and update patient records as needed.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly clinical environment.
• Provide excellent service to patients, parents, and caregivers.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as needed.

Education

Radiology Certification

Job description

Part-Time Dental Assistant

Eastpoint Pediatric Dental Associates is seeking a friendly, dependable, and compassionate Part-Time Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team.

Position Overview

The Dental Assistant will support our dentists and clinical team in providing exceptional dental care to children in a welcoming, safe, and positive environment. The ideal candidate is organized, patient, team-oriented, and comfortable working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and examinations
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and dental instruments
• Take and develop dental radiographs as directed
• Assist with patient care and provide age-appropriate reassurance to young patients
• Maintain infection-control and sterilization standards
• Prepare materials and equipment for procedures
• Document treatment and update patient records as needed
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly clinical environment
• Provide excellent service to patients, parents, and caregivers
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred
• Pediatric dental experience is a plus
• Radiology Certified {requirement}
• Knowledge of infection control and dental office procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working with children of different ages and personalities
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Schedule

Part-time, with scheduling flexibility based on practice needs and candidate availability.

Why Join Us?

At Eastpoint Pediatric Dental Associates, you'll have the opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to creating positive dental experiences for children and their families. We value compassionate patient care, teamwork, professionalism, and a supportive workplace culture.