Dental Assistant Pediatric

El Segundo Pediatric Dentistry; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

El Segundo Pediatric Dentistry in El Segundo, CA, seeks a bubbly, energetic Dental Assistant to join our close-knit pediatric team. You’ll chairside assist during exams and cleanings, help children feel safe and excited, and support the front office for a smooth day.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with kids, is patient and gentle with anxious little ones, and can reliably commit to our part-time schedule. RDA and X-ray certification are preferred; pediatric experience is a big plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as a dental assistant is preferred, especially with kids.
• RDA and X-ray certification preferred.
• Enjoy working with children and maintaining a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during exams and cleanings.
• Take and process radiographs.
• Prepare and sterilize operatories and instruments.
• Explain treatment and home care to parents.
• Support front office to keep days running smoothly.

Skills

Chairside

Pediatric care

Communication

Team player

Tools

Radiography equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

El Segundo Pediatric Dentistry is looking for a bubbly, fun, and energetic Dental Assistant to join our team! We're a close-knit pediatric office that loves making dental visits a positive, happy experience for kids and their families. If you have a big smile, bring great energy, and love working with children, we'd love to meet you.

Schedule (Part-Time):

• Mondays: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Wednesdays: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Thursdays: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• 1-2 Fridays per month: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Assist the doctor chairside during exams, cleanings, and restorative procedures for pediatric patients
• Help children feel comfortable, safe, and even excited about their visit
• Take and process radiographs
• Prepare and sterilize operatories and instruments following infection control protocols
• Communicate with parents about treatment and home care
• Support the front office and team as needed to keep the day running smoothly

Who We're Looking For:

• A bubbly, upbeat personality with lots of energy
• Someone who genuinely enjoys working with kids and is patient and gentle with anxious little ones
• A team player who will fit in well with our fun, supportive office culture
• Reliable and able to commit to the schedule above
• Dental assisting experience preferred; pediatric experience is a big plus
• RDA and current X-ray certification preferred

Come be part of a team that makes kids smile, in more ways than one!