Pediatric Dental Assistant

2 weeks ago


Arnold, Missouri, United States PDS Health Full time
Pediatric Dental Assistant Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team at PDS Health. As a Pediatric Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting our clinicians in delivering high-quality dental services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist clinicians in preparing patients for oral examination and treatment.
  • Perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties.
  • Prepare tray setups for dental procedures and maintain adequate supply levels.
  • Keep patients' mouths dry and clear using suction or other devices.
  • Record patient charting and clinician notes in the digital patient chart.
  • Support patient care by presenting treatment records, consents, and health history to clinicians.
  • Ensure equipment is maintained according to manufacturer's guidelines.
  • Work closely with Lead Dental Assistant to ensure adequate clinical supplies are on hand.
  • Utilize technology to operate and explain equipment to others.
  • Participate in daily morning huddles, monthly team meetings, and other meetings as required.
Qualifications:
  • Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
  • Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
  • Valid driver's license and automobile insurance (or reliable means of alternate transportation).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • One-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
  • Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
  • Ability to interact with other clinicians and owner doctors effectively.
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedure manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and present information, both verbally and in writing, to patients and co-workers.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
  • Ability to maneuver through basic computer software.
  • Results Oriented (Energetic self-starter; sets realistic goals; meets commitments; persistent, prioritizes daily to achieve results).
  • Customer Service Advocate (flexible and adaptive; empathetic; passionate; ethical).
  • Influencer (active listener/observer of behavior; creates a win/win need for change).
  • Self-motivated, reliable individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
  • Ability to multi-task effectively without compromising the quality of the work.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle and maintain extreme confidentiality of patient records.
  • Organized, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • 401K.
  • Paid time to volunteer in your local community.

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

Compensation Information: $17.25-$24.25 / Hourly



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