Pediatric Dental Assistant - Grow with a Mission

Hero-Practice-Services-; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonuses

PTO

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Adventure Dental & Vision in Washington, DC, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients. The role offers pay between $17 and $28 per hour and includes generous bonus opportunities, PTO, and holidays.

Join a team focused on underserved children and contribute to a mission-driven practice with opportunities for career growth within the region.

Qualifications

• Radiology education and training that meets state requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents.
• Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of e-Clinical Works (eCW) a plus.
• Previous experience working in a dental office preferred.
• Current BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records.
• Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist.
• Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed.
• Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health.
• Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards.
• Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.
• Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children.

Skills

Radiology training

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

eCW knowledge

Dental office experience

BLS CPR

Job description

Adventure Dental & Vision in Washington, DC, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients. The role offers pay between $17 and $28 per hour and includes generous bonus opportunities, PTO, and holidays.

Join a team focused on underserved children and contribute to a mission-driven practice with opportunities for career growth within the region.