Pediatric Dental Assistant

Davita Inc.; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established pediatric dental practice as a Dental Assistant in McKinney, Texas. You will play a vital role in providing quality dental care and ensuring children develop healthy habits. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and passionate about helping children. We value teamwork and professionalism, offering comprehensive benefits including PTO and health insurance.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Health Savings Account

401K

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Opportunities for Community Giving Back

Qualifications

• Pediatric Dental Assisting experience preferred but training supported.
• Become N20 and coronal/sealant certified.
• Experience in dental or medical environment desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children develop healthy habits.
• Work with a team dedicated to quality care.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff and patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Communication

Organizational skills

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiography certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

General office equipment

Job description

As a Dental Assistant with iKids Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics-Mckinney, you will play a vital role in ensuring children develop healthy habits and a lifetime of beautiful smiles!

If you have a heart for children, and enjoy working with a fun team of like-minded professionals dedicated to quality care, we would love to speak with you!

Pediatric Dental Assisting experience is preferred, however, we will support the training and development of an experienced dental assistant. Our ideal candidate loves kids, is flexible and reliable, and seeks to grow professionally.

Hours: 8am-5pm Monday through Friday

Requirements: N20 certified, coronal and sealant certified

We take care of our valued Dental Assistants by offering:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Health Savings Account, Flex Spending
• 401K
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Community Giving Back

Education/Credentials:

• A minimum of a high school degree or equivalent is .
• Radiography requirements according to the state regulations.

Job related experience:

• Experience working in a professional, medical, or dental environment with direct customer service is desired.
• Pediatric experience, preferred

Job-related skills/competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills- must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to communicate with a pleasant demeanor at all times.
• Communication - effective written and verbal communication is a must with all staff and management.
• Must be able to project a capable and professional image- one that is reflective of Company Values.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills- strong attention to detail, be able to multitask and perform job duties in a timely manner.
• Must have PC skills with an ability to learn and successfully use new software programs as required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office is preferred; as well as experience with a fax machine, copy machine, and general office equipment.

Working conditions:

• Travel between the assigned offices, if needed
• Attend and participate in all office meetings, continuing education events and morning huddles