Pediatric Dental Assistant – Child-Friendly, 4-Hand Dentistry

West Coast Dental Services; Santa Fe Springs (CA); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

West Coast Dental is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Dental Assistant to support dentists in a pediatric environment. This role emphasizes clinical dental assisting and patient interaction with children and families, in a fast-paced team setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Dental Assistant certification and has strong communication and multitasking skills, with a preference for experience in pediatric dentistry. The position offers a supportive team and opportunities for growth.

Qualifikationen

• Dental Assistant certification required.
• Experience in pediatric dentistry preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well with children and families.
• Team-oriented with good organizational and multitasking skills.

Aufgaben

• Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures (4-handed dentistry).
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize dental instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Ensure treatment rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Educate children and parents on proper oral hygiene practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Follow infection control, OSHA, and safety protocols.
• Help manage patient flow and create a positive, child-friendly environment.

Kenntnisse

Pediatric care

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Dental Assistant certification

Jobbeschreibung

West Coast Dental is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Dental Assistant to support dentists in a pediatric environment. This role emphasizes clinical dental assisting and patient interaction with children and families, in a fast-paced team setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Dental Assistant certification and has strong communication and multitasking skills, with a preference for experience in pediatric dentistry. The position offers a supportive team and opportunities for growth.