Certified Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
At Kids Teeth, we’re a privately owned practice committed to creating a positive, low-stress dental experience for children and their families—and just as importantly, a supportive and well-run environment for our team.

 

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Dental Assistant who thrives in a pediatric setting and brings both clinical excellence and a calm, reassuring presence to every patient interaction. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, confident in their clinical skills, and genuinely enjoys working with children and families.

If you take pride in delivering high-quality care while helping patients feel comfortable and cared for, we’d love to connect with you.

 

What You'll Do

• Assist the pediatric dentist during a variety of dental treatment procedures
• Provide gentle, supportive care to pediatric patients and help manage child behavior during appointments
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Capture digital X-rays and maintain accurate patient records
• Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
• Maintain a clean, organized and sterile work environment
• Support team members and office operations as needed 
• Adhere to all health, safety, and infection control protocols

What We're Looking For

• Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure through the Dental Assisting National Board's (DANB)
• Current/active Nitrous Oxide certification or eligibility to sit for the exam (REQUIRED)
• Minimum of two years of dental assisting experience (pediatric experience preferred)
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care
• Positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset

Schedule

•   Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM 
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (every other Friday off)
• Two late evenings per month: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (during the school year) 
• No weekends

Team members arrive prior to patient hours and stay until daily responsibilities are complete. We offer a consistent, predictable schedule with built-in time off, allowing for strong work-life balance.

Position Details 

• Must be available to work at both Mount Pleasant locations (29464 and 29466)
• Open to full or part time applicants