Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dentistry / Sterilization Technician

Salt Dental Partners; Meridian, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities and technology

Mentorship and career growth

Meaningful clinical work

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners is seeking a Dental Assistant in pediatric dentistry to welcome patients, support families, and assist clinicians with radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photography.

The role emphasizes sterilization, room prep, charting, and maintaining a clean, compliant practice. Candidates should have basic dental knowledge and strong communication skills, with confidentiality and professionalism as core values.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients and families before, during, and after appointments
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document dental care services by charting patient records
• Maintain sterilization protocols and a clean, compliant working environment

Skills

6+ months experience

Strong communication

Problem solving

Integrity and confidentiality

Education

CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)

Job description

Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dentistry / Sterilization Technician

About the Role

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients and families before, during, and after appointments
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document dental care services by charting patient records
• Maintain sterilization protocols and a clean, compliant working environment

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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