Pediatric Dental Assistant

Smile Doctors, LLC; Sicklerville (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Doctors is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant in Sicklerville. The role involves assisting the dentist, managing patient records, and ensuring a smooth operation within the clinic. Candidates must have a High School Diploma, relevant certifications, and the ability to build rapport with patients.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan

2 weeks paid time off in the first year + paid holidays

Qualifications

• Some dental industry experience preferred.
• Certifications required by state Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Prepares examination room and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists Dentist during procedures and updates patient records.
• Takes x-rays and manages billing details.

Skills

Rapport with patients

Establishing working relationships

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental Assistant certification

Radiography certification

CPR certification

Job description

Sicklerville, Winslow Township, NJ 08081, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 13, 2025 at 5:00 AM

The vision of Smile Doctors is our people-first culture which creates an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to providing fun and encouraging relationships with each other and our patients. Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We focus on the importance of the individual and recognize that each person on our Team has something great to offer. We recognize talents and strengths and take care to nurture those abilities to help our Team Members grow into successful people in their careers, in our organization, and beyond.

Looking for a career that makes you smile?

We’re 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
• Takes billing and insurance details from patients
• Advises patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Assists Pediatric Dental Hygienist as needed
• Obtains consent from parents

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:

• 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

Smile Doctors and all our affiliating practices are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and welcome diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Sicklerville, Winslow Township, NJ 08081, USA