Pediatric Dental Assistant – Oahu

Hawaii Family Dental; Hawaii; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical Vision Dental

401K with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Advancement Opportunities

Teamwork & FUN

Job summary

Hawaii Family Dental is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to support pediatric dentists across multiple centers on Oahu. You will take radiographs, sterilize rooms, and record patient notes while assisting with procedures to ensure safety, efficiency, and comfort for young patients and their families.

The role emphasizes teamwork, growth, and dedication to helping patients live healthier lives, with opportunities for training and advancement within a locally owned multi-location practice.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months of chairside experience with pediatric dentistry preferred.
• Exceptional digital radiography and charting skills required.
• Strong communication with children and parents to explain procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take high-quality radiographs to assist diagnosis.
• Sterilize and set up treatment rooms to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Record vital statistics and treatment plans for patient records.
• Assist providers by passing instruments during procedures (4-handed dentistry).
• Help improve patient comfort and maintain smooth patient flow.

Skills

Chairside experience

Digital radiography

Charting skills

Communication with children/parents

Computer proficiency

Growth mindset

Team adaptability

Job description

Job Overview

As a Pediatric Dental Assistant, you will work alongside our Pediatric Dentists across multiple centers on Oahu to provide care in a safe, efficient, and compassionate manner. You are an extension of the providers, listening and looking for opportunities to serve your patients as if they were your family. Taking high quality xrays enables dentists to properly diagnose and treat conditions. Properly sterilizing and setting up rooms creates a safe environment for your patients and team members. Recording important notes such as vital statistics and treatment plans ensures that the team has a solid source to refer to when patients return. Handing instruments by anticipating the needs of your providers allows them to work efficiently, which shortens appointment times, allowing patients to continue on with their day while maximizing their comfort.

What You’ll Bring

• 6-12 months of chairside experience, assisting a pediatric dentist during dental procedures (4-handed dentistry) and exams is highly desired. Candidates with experience working with a GP will be considered.
• Exceptional digital radiography and charting skills
• A sparkling personality that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to grow and help others grow, too
• Desire to help patients live healthier lives
• Experience working on a computer
• Strong verbal communication skills with both children and parents

What You’ll Love About Us

• Competitive Hourly Wages that grow WITH you
• Medical, Drug, Vision + Dental
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off that grows with YOU
• Paid Holidays
• Formal and On-the-job Training and Development
• Opportunities for Advancement and Internal Transfers
• Teamwork, camaraderie, and FUN!

Who We are

Hawaii Family Dental is a locally owned and operated multi-specialty dental practice. With 300 employees across 12 locations and 4 islands, we provide comprehensive care to patients, treating everyone one like family. Our mission is to improve and health and well-being of all people in Hawaii.