Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a
Pediatric Dental Assistant to work at a facility in
Crown Point, IN.
Pay Rate: $36 / hour
Duties:
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant to support our clinical team in delivering outstanding pediatric dental care. We pride ourselves on creating positive experience for children and families in a modern, team-oriented environment – where patient comfort, safety, and quality care comes first.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments for pediatric dental procedures.
- Educate children and parents in oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
- Take and process dental radiographs as directed.
- Maintain accurate patient records and schedule appointments.
- Assist dentists chairside during dental treatments and ensure patient comfort.
- Maintain dental supply inventory and ensure instruments are properly sterilized.
- Adhere to infection control protocols, OSHA compliance, and safety standards.
- Provide reassurance and comfort to pediatric patients before, during and after treatment.
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Skills:
Required Skills & Experience:
- One year of hands-on experience as a Pediatric Dental Assistant.
- Ability to build trust and rapport with children and their families.
- Proficiency in routine clinical tasks such as taking x-rays, setting up/breaking down rooms, and passing instruments.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Required Skills & Experience:
- One year of hands-on experience as a Pediatric Dental Assistant.
- Ability to build trust and rapport with children and their families.
- Proficiency in routine clinical tasks such as taking x-rays, setting up/breaking down rooms, and passing instruments.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Education:
Required Education:
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Preferred Education:
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- X-ray training or certification.
- CPR.
- Coronal Polishing certification.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
- Nitrous Oxide certification.
Required Education:
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Preferred Education:
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- X-ray training or certification.
- CPR.
- Coronal Polishing certification.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
- Nitrous Oxide certification.
If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at
(800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with
Destiny Monday-Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST).
