Dental Assistant at Pediatric Dental Specialists

Description

At Pediatric Dental Specialists, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate dental care tailored exclusively for children—from infancy through adolescence. With offices across Montana and Wyoming, our mission is to make dental visits positive, educational, and stress-free for our young patients and their families.

As a PRN Dental Assistant on our team, you will play a pivotal role in creating a comfortable, safe, and efficient environment for pediatric patients. You’ll assist in delivering preventive and restorative dental treatments, support the dentist and hygienist, and help shape the overall patient experience from check-in to dismissal.

Website: Pediatric Dental Specialists!

Why Join Us? 

• Work in a supportive, child-centric practice that values positivity and respect
• Opportunity to grow your career in pediatric dentistry
• Continuing education and training support
• A culture that emphasizes teamwork, patient care, and work/life balance

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and supplies for pediatric dental procedures
• Assist the dentist and hygienist chairside (e.g. passing instruments, suction, mixing materials)
• Take and develop intraoral and extraoral radiographs (X-rays)
• Provide patient education to children and their guardians (infant hygiene, brushing/flossing technique, diet counseling)
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment, following infection control protocols
• Record and maintain accurate patient records and charts
• Monitor and stock supplies, order as needed
• Aid in behavior guidance and management techniques appropriate for children
• Assist in emergency procedures (e.g. basic life support) when required
• Support front office tasks as needed (e.g. scheduling follow-ups, patient check-in/out)
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Dental Assistant certification or credentials (as required by state)
• Radiography certification (or ability to become certified)
• Prior experience with pediatric dental patients preferred
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with young patients
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in a dynamic environment
• CPR / BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to work flexible hours

Requirements

Join our team and be part of a practice dedicated to excellence in Pediatric care. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!