Pediatric Dental Assistant

Dr. Toothfairy; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free parking

Opportunities for advancement

Paid training

Professional development assistance

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Dr. Toothfairy in Falls Church, VA, seeks a friendly and confident dental assistant. The role involves working with children, assisting dentists, and maintaining patient records. Previous dental assisting experience is recommended, alongside a high school diploma and X-Ray Certification. The position is part-time and offers benefits like a flexible schedule, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. Join our fun, engaging team and help us provide a great dental experience for families.

Qualifications

• Pediatrics experience is preferred.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• X-Ray Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down dental rooms.
• Sterilize dental instruments and maintain dental records.
• Assist with dental cleanings and procedures.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage billing.
• Advise patients on oral hygiene and diet.

Skills

Enjoys working with children

Excellent communication skills with parents and children

Quick learner

Reliable and punctual

Spanish language is a plus

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

X-Ray Certification

Job description

Pay

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

About us

Dr. Toothfairy Pediatric Dentistry is a small business in Falls Church, VA. We are engaging, fun, and creative. Our goal is to provide a great dental experience for the families that visit us. We are a female‑owned business and serve children of all ages and abilities.

Are you looking for a career change? Are you looking for a unique start up dental office that you can grow with? We are looking for a friendly, confident, go‑getter dental assistant to join our team of dental professionals.

Previous dental assisting experience is recommended.

Compensation in accordance to experience and qualification.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with children.
• Excellent communication skills with parents and children.
• Quick learner.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Spanish language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down rooms.
• Handling, cleaning and sterilizing Dental instruments.
• Update and maintain patients dental records.
• Perform routine dental cleanings and assist the dentist with dental procedures.
• Take X-rays of patients.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Take billing and insurance details from patients.
• Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene and diet recommendations.
• Help patients relax through age appropriate conversation and distraction.

Job Types

Part-time

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Free parking.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Paid training.
• Professional development assistance.
• Uniform allowance.

Medical Specialty

• Pediatrics.
• Radiology.

Schedule

• Usually an 8 hour shift.

Ability to commute/relocate

• Falls Church, VA 22046: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required).

Experience

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Recommended)

License/Certification

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location

In person