Pediatric Dental Assistant

Just Kids Dental Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Vision and dental insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Just Kids Dental Louisiana is looking for dedicated Dental Assistants to join their team. In this full-time position, you will assist dentists, ensure patient comfort, and maintain a hygienic environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in dental assisting, strong communication skills, and a passion for pediatric care. Benefits include healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• Preferred: Pediatric dental experience and bilingual proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during dental procedures efficiently.
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for procedures.
• Take digital X-rays and maintain patient records.
• Provide post-operative instructions and educate caregivers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Compassionate patient care

Education

Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience

Tools

X-Ray certification

BLS/CPR certification

CDA or DANB certification

Job description

About Us

Just Kids Dental is a pediatric dental office with a strong commitment to providing superior dental care to underserved communities in Louisiana. Our mission is to improve the overall medical condition and quality of life of our patients by offering compassionate, top-quality dental care in a safe and caring environment. We treat every patient as if they were our own child, upholding our vision of better oral health for all.

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Dental Assistants to join our team at Just Kids Dental. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional dental care to children and adolescents. Your primary responsibility will be working in the operatory setting, assisting our dentists during dental procedures, and ensuring the comfort and well-being of our young patients. Additionally, you will be involved in sterilization procedures to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during dental procedures in an efficient and effective manner via 4‑handed dentistry.
• Prepare treatment rooms, equipment, and instruments for dental procedures.
• Ensure the comfort and ease of young patients by explaining procedures and addressing their concerns.
• Take digital X‑rays and maintain accurate patient records.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Provide post‑operative instructions and educate patients and their caregivers on proper oral hygiene.
• Work collaboratively with the dental team to deliver the highest standard of care.
• Uphold infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe operatory environment.
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed.
• Keep up with the lab/sterile areas well stocked.
• Occasionally assist the front desk with patient scheduling.

Shift/Scheduling

This is a full‑time position, Monday – Friday.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year or more of dental assisting experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Commitment to compassionate patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric dental experience
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• X‑Ray Certification
• BLS/CPR certification
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification
• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA/EDDA)

Benefits

At Just Kids Dental, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to full‑time staff, including:

• Healthcare coverage
• Vision and dental insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

If you are a compassionate and experienced Dental Assistant who shares our commitment to providing exceptional pediatric dental care, we invite you to join our team at Just Kids Dental. Help us make a difference in the lives of underserved children and contribute to their improved oral health and overall well‑being.

Just Kids Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Once an applicant is considered for employment, the applicant will be required to submit to a background check and 10‑panel drug screening.