Pediatric Dental Assistant — Child-Centered Care & Growth

DOCS; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

DOCS Health is seeking a part-time Pediatric Dental Assistant for a state-of-the-art practice in Houston, TX. Responsibilities include chair-side support for pediatric procedures, vital signs, histories, and patient safety, with a focus on behavior management and efficient prep.

Requirements include current Dental Assistant certification, X-ray and CPR/BLS certifications, and N202 certification. A Real ID driver’s license is preferred. E-Verify is used in hiring.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant certification in the applicable state.
• Minimum of 1 year pediatric dental experience.
• X-Ray Certification required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• N202 Certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side support for pediatric dental procedures.
• Take vital signs, document medical histories, and monitor patient safety.
• Support pediatric behavior management and patient preparation.
• Operate dental software, digital imaging, and clinical equipment.
• Maintain infection control, sterilization, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA/OSHA).

Skills

Pediatric procedures

Chair-side support

Vital signs documentation

Patient safety

Behavior management

Dental software

Digital imaging

Infection control

HIPAA/OSHA compliance

Education

Dental Assistant Certification

X-Ray Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

N202 Certification

Tools

Dental software

Digital imaging

Clinical equipment

Job description

DOCS Health is seeking a part-time Pediatric Dental Assistant for a state-of-the-art practice in Houston, TX. Responsibilities include chair-side support for pediatric procedures, vital signs, histories, and patient safety, with a focus on behavior management and efficient prep.

Requirements include current Dental Assistant certification, X-ray and CPR/BLS certifications, and N202 certification. A Real ID driver’s license is preferred. E-Verify is used in hiring.