Pediatric Dental Assistant - Patient-Focused Care & Growth

DOCS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DOCS Health is seeking a full-time Pediatric Dental Assistant to support pediatric dental procedures including instrumentation and chair-side assistance. The role emphasizes accurate vital signs, medical history documentation, and patient safety, with focus on pediatric behavior management and preparation.

Candidates should have state-specific dental assistant certification, 1 year pediatric experience, X-Ray and CPR/BLS credentials, and a Real ID driver’s license prior to start date.

Qualifications

• Current dental assistant certification (state-specific).
• Minimum of 1 year pediatric dental experience.
• X-Ray Certification.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• N202 Certification.
• Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a Real ID Drivers License prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in pediatric dental procedures, instrumentation, and chair-side support.
• Proficient in taking vital signs, documenting medical histories, and monitoring patient safety.
• Experienced in pediatric behavior management and patient preparation.
• Competent with dental software, digital imaging, and clinical equipment.
• Strict adherence to infection control, sterilization, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA/OSHA).

Skills

Pediatric dentistry

Chair-side assistance

Vital signs/documentation

Infection control

Education

Dental Assistant Certification (State-specific)

Tools

Dental software

Digital imaging

Job description

DOCS Health is seeking a full-time Pediatric Dental Assistant to support pediatric dental procedures including instrumentation and chair-side assistance. The role emphasizes accurate vital signs, medical history documentation, and patient safety, with focus on pediatric behavior management and preparation.

Candidates should have state-specific dental assistant certification, 1 year pediatric experience, X-Ray and CPR/BLS credentials, and a Real ID driver’s license prior to start date.