Job Summary
Happy Hippo Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics in Palmdale is looking for a skilled Dental Assistant (DA) to join our growing team. You'll provide chairside support to our dentists across pediatric and general dentistry cases in a busy, family-focused practice. If you're an experienced dental assistant who is dependable, clinically strong, and great with kids, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Chairside assist during pediatric, restorative, and general dentistry procedures using four-handed technique.
- Take and develop dental X-rays following radiation safety protocols.
- Fabricate and place temporary crowns.
- Set up and sterilize instrument trays, and clean and prep treatment rooms between patients.
- Apply coronal polishing, sealants, and topical fluoride within your scope, where certified.
- Manage patient records using dental software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
- Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Qualifications
- Dental Assistant certification and completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
- Current X-ray/radiation safety certificate and CPR certification; Coronal Polishing and Sealants certifications a plus.
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license is a plus but not required.
- Experience in a pediatric dentistry or general dentistry setting preferred.
- Proficiency with dental software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft is a plus.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control, and aseptic technique.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
- Experience working with children preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
