Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics)

The Smilist; Middletown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Continuing education support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Smilist in Langhorne, PA is seeking a reliable Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Pediatrics) to join our growing pediatric-focused practice. You will support clinicians, maintain a sterile operatory, and ensure a positive patient experience from start to finish.

Candidate requirements include PA x-ray and EFDA licenses, proven dental assistant experience, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Pediatric experience is strongly preferred; Dentrix experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Must have a PA x-ray license.
• EFDA license required.
• Prior pediatrics experience 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.

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

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

PA x-ray license

EFDA license

Pediatrics experience

Dentrix experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

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 Smilist 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.