Pediatric Dental Assistant: Front Office & Radiology

Camino Health Center; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Camino Health Center in California seeks a qualified Dental Assistant to support pediatric dental services and clinic operations. You will assist the dentist, document treatments, and educate patients while maintaining infection control standards.

Responsibilities include managing appointments, handling patient records, and contributing to outreach efforts. The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and delivering patient-centered care in a busy community clinic.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid Dental Assistant Certificate with radiology and infection control certification; BLS valid.
• Two years of experience in pediatric dental settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the staff dentist with extra-oral and intra-oral duties as directed.
• Record patient treatment in the electronic dental record.
• Provide oral hygiene education to patients and caretakers.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs.
• Set up trays for procedures and maintain infection control in operatories.
• Manage appointment schedule, check-in/out, and insurance verification.
• Coordinate community outreach and assist with screenings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Adaptability

Change management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Camino Health Center in California seeks a qualified Dental Assistant to support pediatric dental services and clinic operations. You will assist the dentist, document treatments, and educate patients while maintaining infection control standards.

Responsibilities include managing appointments, handling patient records, and contributing to outreach efforts. The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and delivering patient-centered care in a busy community clinic.