Pediatric Dental Assistant — Make Young Smiles Shine

Specialty Dental Brands; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Pediatric Dentistry in Pleasant Grove is seeking a caring Dental Assistant to support pediatric patients and help visits feel comfortable, positive, and fun. One year of experience and an active certification are preferred, along with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.

You’ll chairside assist, prepare rooms, manage infection control, take X-rays as directed, record histories, and guide families on oral hygiene.

Qualifications

• One year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Active dental assisting certification or registration as required by state regulations.
• Understanding of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
• Warm, patient-centered approach with strong communication skills.
• Organization, attention to detail, and initiative to keep things moving.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside during examinations and procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for visits.
• Follow infection control standards and sterilize/disinfect instruments.
• Take and process dental X-rays following safety requirements.
• Record medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information.
• Explain oral hygiene best practices to children and caregivers.

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Reliability & punctuality

Attention to detail

Customer service for children

Education

Active dental assisting certification

Job description

Smart Pediatric Dentistry in Pleasant Grove is seeking a caring Dental Assistant to support pediatric patients and help visits feel comfortable, positive, and fun. One year of experience and an active certification are preferred, along with knowledge of dental terminology and clinical procedures.

You’ll chairside assist, prepare rooms, manage infection control, take X-rays as directed, record histories, and guide families on oral hygiene.