Are you energetic, compassionate, and passionate about helping children feel safe and confident at the dentist? Our busy, fast-paced pediatric practice is looking for an experienced Pediatric Dental Assistant who thrives in a fun, supportive, child-centered environment. We provide a full range of pediatric dental services, including sedation dentistry, special needs dentistry, and hospital dentistry, and we are looking for a team member who can deliver exceptional care with a smile.
The Pediatric Dental Assistant plays a vital role in supporting our doctors and ensuring smooth, efficient patient care. This position requires someone who is confident working with children, adaptable to a fast-paced workflow, knowledgeable with pediatric procedures, and comfortable assisting during sedation and hospital dentistry cases.
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Assist pediatric dentists with restorative and preventive procedures
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Prepare and set up operatories for pediatric and sedation appointments
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Take highquality digital Xrays, including bitewings, PAs, occlusals, and panoramic images
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Assist with nitrous oxide monitoring and sedation workflows
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Provide chairside support during emergency visits and urgent care needs
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Deliver postoperative instructions clearly and confidently to parents
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Obtain medical history
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Prepare sedation rooms and hospital cases
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Assist with oral sedation and monitor patient comfort
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Coordinate treatment trays and instruments for hospital operating room days
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Support documentation, consent forms, and preop/postop instructions
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Work closely with anesthesia providers and hospital personnel
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Patient Interaction & Behavior Guidance
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Create a positive, fun, childfriendly experience for every patient
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Utilize ageappropriate behavior management techniques
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Comfort anxious or fearful children and support parents as needed
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Follow strict sterilization protocols and OSHA guidelines
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized operatory and work area
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Support instrument turnover in a fastpaced schedule
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Work harmoniously with dentists, hygienists, assistants, and front desk staff
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Contribute to a supportive, upbeat practice culture
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Assist with training new team members when needed
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Minimum 4 years of dental assisting experience
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Xray certification (VA)
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Knowledge of pediatric procedures including SSCs, pulpotomies, extractions, space maintainers, sealants
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Experience with nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and pre/postop protocols
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Familiarity with hospital dentistry workflows is strongly preferred
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Ability to manage behavior using positive, childcentered techniques
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CPR certification
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Ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment
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Strong communication skills with both children and parents
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Experience using digital radiography and scanning (preferred)
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Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team
Patient comfort and well-being come first at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in located in Woodbridge and also Stafford, Virginia. The practice provides high-quality pediatric, family, and cosmetic dentistry, implementing the latest in dental technology and care to ensure patients have a comfortable experience during their dental visit. Our office is a Dental Home that provides services for your family for a lifetime, from age 1 to 101.
