Pediatric Dental Assistant with Orthodontics Advantage

Children's Choice - Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Washington, DC and New Carrollton, MD is seeking a full-time Pediatric Dental Assistant with orthodontics experience a plus to join our team. You will assist clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, manage records, and help deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Ideal candidates have a one-year Dental Assistant program, MD or DC dental license, X-ray certification, CPR, and at least two years of hands-on

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a one-year Dental Assistant Program from an accredited institution.
• Valid dental licenses in MD and/or DC.
• At least two years of job experience as a dental assistant.
• X-ray certification is mandatory.
• Certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite and dental practice software like Dentrix.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and team members.
• Ability to lift or move items up to 30lbs as required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Turn on all units, wall switches, etc.
• Check sterilization area and prepare instruments and tray setup for the day.
• Ensure all treatment rooms are ready, stocked, and cleaned.
• Seat patients and review proper set-up procedure before the doctor enters the treatment room.
• Review schedule to identify outstanding treatment, scheduling issues, and opportunities for same day treatment.
• Prepare your notes to review and discuss during morning meetings.
• Assist the doctor for all procedures, anticipating their needs at all times.
• Take and process photos and x-rays, take impressions, and make temporary crowns.
• Assist with administration of nitrous oxide and manage medical or dental emergencies.
• Chart all patients, record medical and dental histories, and ensure accurate note‑taking.
• Greet, seat, and dismiss patients, conducting daily chart audits and reviewing medical history.
• Educate patients on value and importance of proposed treatment plans.
• Manage sterilization following set guidelines and maintain sterilization area and logs.
• Maintain all dental equipment, order supplies, and coordinate with service representatives for maintenance.
• Perform simple laboratory procedures and maintain the lab area.
• Manage administrative duties at the front desk, including appointment scheduling and patient follow‑up.
• Participate in practice promotion through meetings and continuing education activities.

Skills

Dental Assistant

X-ray Certification

CPR Certification

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Education

Dental Assistant Program

MD/DC Dental License

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Children's Choice Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Washington, DC and New Carrollton, MD is seeking a full-time Pediatric Dental Assistant with orthodontics experience a plus to join our team. You will assist clinicians, prepare treatment rooms, manage records, and help deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

Ideal candidates have a one-year Dental Assistant program, MD or DC dental license, X-ray certification, CPR, and at least two years of hands-on