Pediatric Dental Assistant — Patient-Focused Care & Growth

Kids for the Future; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package (medical, dental, and

Paid time off

Continuing education

Supportive team environment

Career growth

Meaningful impact on patients' lives

Job summary

Passion Dental in Peabody, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and contribute to an exceptional patient experience. The role focuses on delivering the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE) and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of dental assisting, state-certified credentials where required, and a commitment to infection control and quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification where required by state regulations.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support clinicians in delivering exceptional patient care and the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE).
• Assist doctors during a variety of dental treatment procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments according to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Take dental radiographs as permitted by state regulations.
• Provide pre- and post-operative patient education.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Ensure treatment rooms remain clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Support restorative, surgical, preventive, and specialty procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with doctors, hygienists, specialists, and front office team members.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered office environment.
• Follow all company policies, safety standards, and infection control protocols.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Dental Assistant certification

Tools

Dentrix

Eaglesoft

Open Dental

Job description

Passion Dental in Peabody, MA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and contribute to an exceptional patient experience. The role focuses on delivering the Relationship Practice Experience (RPE) and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year of dental assisting, state-certified credentials where required, and a commitment to infection control and quality care.