Pediatric Dental Assistant — Radiography & Patient Care

Dental Care Alliance; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Full time: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k) plan

Support for continuing education and专业

Job summary

Pediatric Dental Care in Fairfax, Virginia is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support our clinical team in a busy pediatric practice. You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures while focusing on patient comfort.

Candidates should have completed a one-year certified dental assistant program and at least one year of on-the-job experience; X-ray certification is preferred and nitrous oxide certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year certified dental assistant program.
• Minimum of 1 year of on-the-job experience.
• X-ray certification preferred; nitrous oxide certification highly recommended.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures.
• Patient Care: Welcome and educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Radiography & Diagnostics: Take and develop X-rays and assist with impressions.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain infection control and protect patient confidentiality.
• Documentation: Maintain patient records and scheduling as needed.
• Emergency readiness: Assist in emergencies with CPR certification and related supplies.

Skills

On-the-job experience

Education

One-year certified dental assistant program

Tools

X-ray certification

Nitrous oxide certification

Job description

Pediatric Dental Care in Fairfax, Virginia is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to support our clinical team in a busy pediatric practice. You will prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist dentists during procedures while focusing on patient comfort.

Candidates should have completed a one-year certified dental assistant program and at least one year of on-the-job experience; X-ray certification is preferred and nitrous oxide certification is a plus.