Pediatric Dental Assistant

Pediatric Dental Assistant

13 Sep 2025
Texas, Austin, 73301 Austin USA

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Fun, friendly, compassionate privately-owned (one dentist) pediatric dental office in central Austin searching for a Dental Assistant.

We are a well-established, fun, friendly, and compassionate pediatric dental practice dedicated to providing the highest quality of dental care for infants, children and teens in a welcoming and positive environment. The ideal candidate loves working with children and their parents and has a knack for making them feel comfortable and at ease.

Your day-to-day might include:

- Assisting the dentist chairside during cleanings, exams, and a variety of pediatric procedures

- Taking digital x-rays

- Setting up and sterilizing treatment rooms and instruments according to infection control protocols

- Educating children and parents on proper oral hygiene techniques in an age-appropriate way

- Applying fluoride (and sealants if certified) to prevent cavities

- Managing patient records (experience with Dentrix is a plus!)

- Helping with light administrative duties like scheduling and answering phones

Qualifications and Skills:

- RDA license and CPR certification preferred but not required. If you are the right candidate, we will help you obtain the needed licensing and certifications to become an RDA.

- Experience in a pediatric setting is preferred but not required.

- Certification in nitrous oxide and coronal polishing is preferred but not required.

- Excellent communication skills with a friendly demeanor, especially when dealing with anxious children.

- Strong organizational and time-management skills. Punctuality is a must.

- A positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.

Why join our team?

- We offer competitive compensation based on experience ($20-28/hr)

- Hours are Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm. NO Fridays or weekends!

- Paid time off

- Paid holidays

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to atxpeddent@gmail.com

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