Dental Assistant - Pediatric Department

VCU Dental Care; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group life insurance

Dental discounts

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Job summary

VCU Dental Care in Richmond, VA seeks a Dental Assistant to support pediatric patient care by preparing patients, rooms, instruments, and materials, and by assisting dentists and residents.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, oral health education, supply management, and OSHA compliance in a fast-paced clinic; two years' experience, X-ray and CPR credentials preferred; bilingual skills a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Two years of dental assisting experience, required.
• X-ray certification, required.
• CPR certification, preferred.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred.
• Pediatric dental experience, preferred.
• Bilingual skills, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety throughout visits.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-care.
• Manage supplies and clinic schedules following OSHA rules.
• Support clinic operations in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

Skills

Knowledge of dental procedures

Ability to perform four-handed dentis

Strong communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to work efficiently

Education

High School diploma

Two years of dental assisting experience

X-ray certification

CPR certification

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Pediatric dental experience

Bilingual skills

Job description

Chief Purpose:

The Dental Assistant supports patient care in the Pediatric Department by preparing patients, treatment rooms, instruments and materials; assisting with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students; maintaining patient comfort; educating patients on oral health; managing supplies; supporting clinic schedules; and following OSHA and safety requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Required

• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Ability to perform four-handed dentistry and anticipate patient and provider needs
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced clinical environment
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• Two years of dental assisting experience, required
• X-ray certification, required
• CPR certoification, preferred
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred
• Pediatric dental experience, preferred
• Bilingual skills, preferred

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Benefits:

Benefits include health, dental, vision, and group life insurance; dental discounts; health savings and flexible spending accounts; and paid holidays. PTO eligibility begins after 90 days of employment. After six months, employees become eligible for a 401(k) contribution and match, professional development/tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.

Background Check:

Required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on any legally protected basis.