Registered Dental Assistant- Pedo

Job Overview

Join our dynamic pediatric dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant specializing in pediatric care! Single doctor private practice. In this energetic and vital role, you will be the cornerstone of providing exceptional dental services to our young patients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and positive experience. Your expertise in chairside assisting, dental procedures, and patient management will help create a welcoming environment where children feel at ease. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in pediatric dentistry while making a meaningful difference in children’s oral health.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of pediatric dental procedures including exams and treatments
• Prepare treatment rooms with the necessary dental instruments and materials, ensuring all equipment is sterilized and maintained according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take and develop dental X-rays while adhering to dental sterilization procedures and aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety.
• Coronal polishing
• Manage patient flow efficiently by greeting patients, updating medical records, recording vital signs, and verifying medical history in compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Educate young patients on oral hygiene practices using age-appropriate communication and dental terminology to promote lifelong healthy habits.

Skills

• Expertise in dental X-ray procedures, including dental x-ray safety protocols specific to pediatrics.
• Familiarity with dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, infection prevention management, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry practices to optimize patient care efficiency.
• Must be eligible to get coronal polishing certification
• Knowledge of dental terminology related to dentistry and pediatrics for accurate documentation and communication.
• Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach tailored to children’s needs; ability to manage anxious or fearful young patients effectively.
• Strong adherence to healthcare infection prevention and control standards while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies at all times.

Must have RDA certificate issued by TSBDE and minimum 1 year experience.

Join us if you’re passionate about fostering healthy smiles in children! This role offers a vibrant environment where your skills will directly impact young patients’ well-being while supporting your professional growth in pediatric dentistry.

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person