Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant — Early 4pm Finish

Iannessa Pediatric Dentistry; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Iannessa Pediatric Dentistry seeks a Lead Dental Assistant to support our pediatric dentist and hygienists. The role handles seating patients, taking X-rays, noting clinical details, and explaining treatment to parents in a fast-paced office.

Comfort with digital imaging/charting is required; prior pediatric and special needs experience preferred. Strong teamwork, initiative, and the ability to end the day by 4 pm are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must have current X-ray certification or willing to train
• Experience with pediatric and special needs patients is preferred
• Strong computer skills and ability to manage back-office tasks

Responsibilities

• Seat patients and assist dentist and hygienists
• Take X-rays and maintain accurate clinical notes
• Explain treatment plans to parents and guardians
• Assist with instrument cleaning and sterilization
• Manage dental supplies and back-office organization

Skills

X-ray tech

Pediatric experience

Team player

Initiative

Education

Dental assisting certification

X-ray certification

Tools

Digital imaging

Digital charting

Job description

Iannessa Pediatric Dentistry seeks a Lead Dental Assistant to support our pediatric dentist and hygienists. The role handles seating patients, taking X-rays, noting clinical details, and explaining treatment to parents in a fast-paced office.

Comfort with digital imaging/charting is required; prior pediatric and special needs experience preferred. Strong teamwork, initiative, and the ability to end the day by 4 pm are highly valued.