Pediatric Dental Assistant — Four-Handed Care Pro

VCU Dental Care; Richmond (VA); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Group life insurance

Dental discounts

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

VCU Dental Care in Richmond, VA seeks a Dental Assistant to support pediatric patient care by preparing patients, rooms, instruments, and materials, and by assisting dentists and residents.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, oral health education, supply management, and OSHA compliance in a fast-paced clinic; two years' experience, X-ray and CPR credentials preferred; bilingual skills a plus.

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Two years of dental assisting experience, required.
• X-ray certification, required.
• CPR certification, preferred.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), preferred.
• Pediatric dental experience, preferred.
• Bilingual skills, preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with dental procedures as delegated by dentists, faculty, residents, and students.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety throughout visits.
• Educate patients on oral health and post-care.
• Manage supplies and clinic schedules following OSHA rules.
• Support clinic operations in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of dental procedures

Ability to perform four-handed dentis

Strong communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to work efficiently

Educación

High School diploma

Two years of dental assisting experience

X-ray certification

CPR certification

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Pediatric dental experience

Bilingual skills

Descripción del empleo

VCU Dental Care in Richmond, VA seeks a Dental Assistant to support pediatric patient care by preparing patients, rooms, instruments, and materials, and by assisting dentists and residents.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, oral health education, supply management, and OSHA compliance in a fast-paced clinic; two years' experience, X-ray and CPR credentials preferred; bilingual skills a plus.