Pediatric Dental Assistant (DA) / Registered Dental Assistant

Overview

Join our fun, energetic pediatric practice! We are seeking a patient, compassionate, and high-energy Pediatric Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our dedicated team. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience, with a strong preference for a candidates who loves working with children and thrives in a fast-paced, pediatric environment.

Position Summary

• Job Type: Full-time (Monday – Thursday and some Fridays)
• Experience Required: Minimum 2+ years of clinical pediatric dental assisting experience
• Specialties: Pediatric dentistry, Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) monitoring, and IV Sedation cases

Core Responsibilities - For Both Pediatric DA & RDA Candidates:

• Patient Management: Greet the patients (and parents), get the patients settled, and prepare children for treatment using positive, age-appropriate behavior management techniques (tell-show-do) to ensure a comfortable, anxiety-free visit.
• Sedation Support: Assist the doctor before, during, and after clinical cases involving Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) and IV Sedation, including patient monitoring and recovery care.
• Chairside Assisting: Provide efficient, child-friendly chairside support during pediatric restorative procedures, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, and space maintainers.
• Safety & Compliance: Thoroughly sterilize treatment rooms, instrumentation, and equipment following strict OSHA and infection control standards.
• Parent Communication: Clearly communicate post-operative instructions and oral hygiene education to parents and legal guardians.

Expanded Pediatric RDA Scope (Additional Responsibilities):

• Apply pit and fissure sealants cleanly and efficiently on pediatric patients.
• Perform coronal polishing and apply topical fluoride treatments.
• Take definitive clinical impressions and fabricate temporary pediatric crowns if needed.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering outstanding pediatric dental care! We value energetic professionals who are passionate about creating positive experiences for young patients while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your career in pediatric dentistry within a supportive environment that prioritizes patient care, safety, and team collaboration.

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Pediatric dentistry: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)
• Coronal Polish Certificate (Required)
• Sealant Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person