Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant

Job Description Job Description ✨ Now Hiring: Lead Pediatric Dental Assistant (Full-Time) ✨ I'm seeking an exceptional Pediatric Dental Assistant —not simply to fill a role, but to step into a position of leadership, influence, and growth within a modern, patient-centered practice. This is a full-time opportunity with benefits (health insurance, PTO, and paid vacation) for someone who takes pride in clinical excellence, values organization and efficiency, and is deeply committed to creating a compassionate, elevated experience for children and families. This role is designed for someone who is ready to operate at a higher level . What sets this position apart: You will work closely with me to help shape both the clinical and cultural foundation of the practice by: - Mentoring and developing team members - Supporting team coordination, including scheduling and time-off management - Elevating systems, workflow, and overall efficiency - Ensuring a calm, trauma-informed, and supportive environment for every patient Ideal qualifications: - 3+ years of dental assisting experience (pediatric strongly preferred) - Certification or strong experience in coronal polishing and nitrous oxide monitoring - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive - Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to lead and guide others - A genuine passion for working with children, including those with special healthcare needs Who this role is for: Someone who sees their work as more than a job— who values precision, empathy, leadership, and growth , and who wants to be part of building a practice that delivers care at the highest level. If you are ready to bring both clinical excellence and leadership to your next role, I would love to hear from you. Please reach out directly or share: "What makes you an exceptional dental assistant—and how have you demonstrated leadership in your work?" * Let's build something truly exceptional together. Company Description Children's Dentistry in Park Ridge (CDPR) is one of the longest established pediatric dental practices in the Chicagoland area. We are recognized by our community and our medical and dental colleagues to provide the most comprehensive and skilled children's oral healthcare. We are passionate about prevention and education and offer a full scope of exceptional care for our patients and serve as an educational resource to our community. We welcome opportunities to provide care to children with special health care needs. We deliver an extraordinary, personalized customer experience geared towards the creation of loyal families who recommend their friends and loved ones to our care. Company Description Children's Dentistry in Park Ridge (CDPR) is one of the longest established pediatric dental practices in the Chicagoland area. We are recognized by our community and our medical and dental colleagues to provide the most comprehensive and skilled children's oral healthcare. We are passionate about prevention and education and offer a full scope of exceptional care for our patients and serve as an educational resource to our community. We welcome opportunities to provide care to children with special health care needs. We deliver an extraordinary, personalized customer experience geared towards the creation of loyal families who recommend their friends and loved ones to our care.