Dental Assistant - Pediatric

Randstad (Schweiz) AG; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice is looking for a passionate Dental Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will assist with various pediatric and special needs patients, take x-rays, manage dental supplies, and thrive in a fast-paced setting. Training is available for the right individual who is eager to learn and grow.

Benefits

Excellent Health Benefits

PTO

Retirement

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Experience with pediatric patients preferred.
• Willingness to manage dental supplies and organize the office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist and clinical staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Seat patients, take x-rays, and explain treatment to parents.
• Manage dental supplies and maintain the back office.

Skills

Intermediate Computer Skills

Pediatric and Special Needs Experience

Personality and Team Player

Education

Dental x-ray certification

Job description

End your workday by 4 pm or earlier every day with lunch! Looking for a Dental Assistant to work with our Pediatric Dentist and assist our hygienists with our pediatric and special needs patients.

Willing to train a medical assistant or surgical tech as long as they agree to earn their dental x-ray certification within 6 months of starting.

The potential candidate has to have a great personality and love working with children of all ages and needs along with their parents. The candidate also needs to be a team player. Our practice is fast-paced where patients are seen every half hour. The candidate will be assisting the dentist, along with the rest of the clinical staff. This candidate will need to take initiative.

We expect the candidate to be able seat patients, take x-rays, take clinical notes, explain treatment to parents, cleaning instruments, and other duties as assigned. We are also digital practice and the candidate needs to be comfortable utilizing digital imaging and digital charting. Medical or Dental charting experience preferred. Need to take the lead in managing the office dental supplies and organizing the back office.

The office's hours are Monday 7:30-2(Twice a Month), Tuesday and Thursday 7:30-4, Wednesday 10-4 and Friday 7:30-2. In the summer, we end our day at 3. Willing to train the right candidate.

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a background check
• X-ray Certification (willing to train)
• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Pediatric and Special Needs Experience preferred

Pay is based on experience. Benefits are available if the candidate meets eligibility including excellent Health Benefits, PTO, Retirement, Holiday Pay

Related keywords: receptionist, front desk, dental assistant, efda, dental, medical assistant, surgical tech, child caregiver

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay Range Starting at $20/hr

COVID-19 considerations:
We have invested heavily to provide a safe environment for our patients and staff. We take the risks of COVID-19 very seriously and exceed the CDC-recommended safety measures.