Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

The-Smilist-Denta; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Competitive compensation

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

The Smilst Dental in Langhorne, PA seeks an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics) to join our welcoming team. You will assist doctors, prepare trays, and maintain a clean, sterile operatory to support efficient pediatric dental care.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and attention to detail. Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for continuing education are offered; schedule is full time, Monday through Thursday, with no weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant
• Must have a PA x-ray license
• EFDA license required
• Pediatrics experience strongly desired
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and multi-tasking aptitude
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment and address concerns
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment and assist doctors
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and manage supply levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

PA x-ray license

EFDA license

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

About Us:

At The Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional environment. Our team is dedicated to making lives better one smile at a time. We are currently seeking a reliable, friendly, and motivated Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics) to join our growing practice and contribute to our mission of excellent dental care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending their individual concerns and promoting the good qualities of their doctor
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patient feels comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient quality dental treatment
• Escort patients to and from the front desk
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels in each operatory, ordering and replenishing as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant
• Must have a PA x-ray license
• EFDA license required
• Prior experience with pediatrics strongly desired
• Knowledge of dental instruments, equipment, and procedures
• Prior Dentrix experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and a positive attitude

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits package - health, dental, vision insurance, and more!
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• A chance to make a real impact on the health and well-being of our patients

Position Details:

• Schedule:Full Time - Monday through Thursday - no weekends!
• Salary Range:$25.00-$30.00/hour
• Location:Langhorne, PA

The Smilst Dental provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.