Pediatric Dental Assistant

Smile Doctors, LLC; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Discounts on braces

Job summary

Today's Pediatric Dentistry in Livonia is looking for a dedicated Pediatric Dental Assistant to enhance our team. You will assist the Dentist during procedures, prepare examination rooms, maintain patient records, and greet patients upon arrival.

If you possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for working with children, this role provides the perfect platform to grow with our expanding organization while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to build rapport with patients and maintain good relationships.
• Some dental industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination room for appointments and sterilize instruments.
• Assist Dentist during procedures and hand over instruments.
• Update and maintain patients' dental records.
• Take and process x-rays of patients.
• Schedule patient appointments and collect billing information.

Skills

Patient rapport

Multi-tasking

Schedule management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

## Pediatric Dental AssistantApplylocations: Livonia, MItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100317Looking for a career that makes you smile?Today's Pediatric Dentistry- Livonia is seeking a **Pediatric Dental Assistant** to join our growing team.Responsible for general clinic administrative work and maintenance, as well as completing lab work under the direction of a Dentist.**How you’ll make us better:*** Prepares the examination room for appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the Dentist* Assists the Dentist during their procedure by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment* Greets patients as they arrive* Updates and maintains the patients dental records* Takes and processes x-rays of patients* Schedules patient appointments* Takes billing and insurance details from patients* Advises patients on recommended oral hygiene* Assists Pediatric Dental Hygienist as needed* Obtains consent from parents**Your special skills:**We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:* Ability build rapport with patients* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers* Ability to set priorities, administer full schedules and multi-task**Prerequisites for success:*** High School Diploma or equivalent required* Some dental industry experience preferred* Dental Assistant certification if required by state Dental Board* Radiography certification if required by state Dental Board* CPR certification if required by state Dental Board**The Perks:**In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:* Competitive salary* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance* Short and long-term disability coverage* 401(k) plan* 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays* Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members**Why Today's Pediatric Dentistry?**We exist to love our patients first, clean and fix teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.We offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.*This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!*