Pediatric Dental Assistant | Chairside Support + Benefits

Family Health Care; White Cloud (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

Family Health Care in White Cloud, MI is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to pediatric dentists, maintain instruments and operatory readiness, and communicate with parents to comfort and cooperate with young patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and CPR certification is preferred. Basic computer skills and pediatric experience are a plus. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Familiar with basic computer functions.
• Pediatric experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair side assistance to the pediatric dentist(s).
• Maintain dental instruments, equipment and operatories.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians to facilitate comfort.
• Demonstrate patience and empathy towards pediatric patients.
• Provide dental x-rays and ensure proper medication storage.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Communication

Computer basics

Pediatric patient care

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Dental x-ray equipment

Operatory maintenance

Job description

Family Health Care in White Cloud, MI is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to pediatric dentists, maintain instruments and operatory readiness, and communicate with parents to comfort and cooperate with young patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and CPR certification is preferred. Basic computer skills and pediatric experience are a plus. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a full benefits package.