Pediatric Dental Assistant - Full-Time, Mon-Fri

Happy Kids Dentistry; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401(k)

Disability

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Happy Kids Dentistry in Gig Harbor, Washington, is seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant who brings happiness, kindness, and a team spirit to our pediatric patients. This onsite role offers a supportive environment, a competitive hourly pay range of $18 to $24, and benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, and PTO.

You will assist dentists during procedures, prep treatment rooms, take x-rays, explain treatment plans to parents, and help create a fun, stress-free visit for

Qualifications

• Experience as a dental assistant preferred or willing to be fully trained.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform prophylaxis and taking digital radiographs.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• Is committed to continuing growth in a long term career.
• Is a team-player.

Responsibilities

• Greet young patients with a warm smile and make them comfortable.
• Assist the dentist during procedures and keep the environment smooth and fun.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and take digital x-rays.
• Explain treatment plans to parents and promote good dental hygiene for kids.

Skills

Dental instruments

Sterilization methods

Health and safety regulations

Prophylaxis

Digital radiographs

Computer skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Long-term career commitment

Education

High school diploma

Dental assisting program

Job description

Happy Kids Dentistry in Gig Harbor, Washington, is seeking a Full-Time Dental Assistant who brings happiness, kindness, and a team spirit to our pediatric patients. This onsite role offers a supportive environment, a competitive hourly pay range of $18 to $24, and benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, and PTO.

You will assist dentists during procedures, prep treatment rooms, take x-rays, explain treatment plans to parents, and help create a fun, stress-free visit for