Pediatric Dental Assistant - Child-Focused Care & Support

Accent Dental of Wentzville; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Accent Dental of Wentzville is seeking a friendly Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team. The role focuses on pediatric polishings, charting, preventive care, and chairside support while helping our clinical team run smoothly.

You will assist with patient care, prepare treatment rooms, maintain records, and educate families on oral hygiene. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about working with children and has dental certification and state x-ray credentials.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant certification required.
• X-ray certification as required by state regulations.
• Pediatric dental experience preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of dental practice management software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with children and communicating with parents or guardians.
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented.
• Ability to stay organized and work efficiently in a fast-paced pediatric environment.
• Willing to work late evenings between the hours of 7am-7pm.

Responsibilities

• Pediatric Patient Care & Chairside Assistance
• Assist with basic pediatric dental care, including polishings, charting, and preventive procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and provide chairside support to the dentist as needed
• Help children feel safe and comfortable before, during, and after their appointments
• Anticipate clinical needs and maintain an organized treatment environment
• Greet and prepare children for treatment in a friendly, reassuring manner
• Review medical histories and update patient records
• Provide age-appropriate oral hygiene education and communicate care instructions with parents or guardians
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines
• Organize and maintain dental supplies and instruments
• Ensure operatories are clean, stocked, and ready between appointments
• Administrative Support (as needed)
• Assist with patient charting and treatment documentation
• Schedule appointments and confirm visits as needed
• Provide additional front-office support when needed

Skills

Pediatric dental experience

Knowledge of dental practice software

Strong communication and interpersonal

Comfortable working with children and/

Compassionate, patient-focused

Organized, able to work in fast-paced

Willing to work hours 7am–7pm

Education

Dental Assistant certification

X-ray certification per state regulations

Job description

Accent Dental of Wentzville is seeking a friendly Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our pediatric dental team. The role focuses on pediatric polishings, charting, preventive care, and chairside support while helping our clinical team run smoothly.

You will assist with patient care, prepare treatment rooms, maintain records, and educate families on oral hygiene. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about working with children and has dental certification and state x-ray credentials.