Dental Assistant - Pediatric

Description

The Pediatric Dental Assistant plays a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate dental care to children in a fun, supportive, and patient-centered environment. This position assists the doctor during procedures, helps create a positive experience for patients and families, and ensures the clinical area runs efficiently.

Responsibilities

Clinical Support
• Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, including restorative, preventive, and surgical treatments
• Prepare and break down treatment rooms before and after each patient
• Ensure all instruments and materials are properly sterilized and ready for use
• Take dental radiographs
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical notes

Patient Care & Experience
• Greet and prepare patients and families for treatment in a warm and friendly manner
• Help ease anxiety and create a positive, comfortable experience for children
• Provide age-appropriate guidance and reassurance during procedures
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care

Infection Control & Safety
• Follow all OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
• Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols
• Ensure treatment rooms and clinical areas are clean, organized, and safe

Team Collaboration
• Work closely with the dentist and team to ensure smooth patient flow
• Communicate effectively regarding patient needs, treatment plans, and scheduling
• Assist with coordinating care for pediatric patients, including those with special needs

Operational Support
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report any issues
• Support overall clinic efficiency and organization

Qualifications

• Previous dental assisting experience required (pediatric experience preferred), Salary varies with year of experience
• Current dental assisting certification/licensure as required by the state of Minnesota
• CPR/BLS certification
• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology