Pediatric Dental Assistant — Modern Practice & Growth

SALT Dental Partners; Star (ID); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SALT Dental Partners is seeking a motivated pediatric dental assistant to join our caring team. You will greet patients warmly, assist clinicians with procedures, and help manage radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Ideal candidates have 6+ months of pediatric dental experience and CPR/BLS certification, with an emphasis on patient confidentiality and teamwork in a modern practice environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of practical experience as a pediatric dental assistant.
• CPR or BLS certification.
• CODA-accredited program preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage patients with respect and a smile.
• Explain treatment plans and oral health information clearly to patients and parents.
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions and intraoral photos.
• Prepare and sterilize treatment room and equipment.
• Provide chair-side assistance to providers during procedures.
• Document dental care services in patient records.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric workspace.

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Dental charting software

Scheduling software

Job description

SALT Dental Partners is seeking a motivated pediatric dental assistant to join our caring team. You will greet patients warmly, assist clinicians with procedures, and help manage radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Ideal candidates have 6+ months of pediatric dental experience and CPR/BLS certification, with an emphasis on patient confidentiality and teamwork in a modern practice environment.