Pediatric Dental Assistant: Chairside & Radiography

Champagne Pediatric Dentistry; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Champagne Pediatric Dentistry in Sparks, NV seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists, prepare rooms, and maintain sterilization standards in a fast-paced clinic. The role emphasizes accurate recordkeeping, patient comfort, and collaboration with the clinical team.

Ideal candidates will have CPR certification and radiography credentials, plus a completion of an accredited dental assisting program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program preferred.
• On-the-job training or prior experience in a dental office is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Assist the dentist during procedures such as fillings, extractions, and cleanings.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Record patient medical histories and treatment information.
• Provide patients with pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Manage patient appointments, billing, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Sterilization procedures

Dental radiography

Patient education

Software proficiency

Scheduling

Record management

Infection control

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

Accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Dental software

Office systems

Job description

Champagne Pediatric Dentistry in Sparks, NV seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists, prepare rooms, and maintain sterilization standards in a fast-paced clinic. The role emphasizes accurate recordkeeping, patient comfort, and collaboration with the clinical team.

Ideal candidates will have CPR certification and radiography credentials, plus a completion of an accredited dental assisting program.