Pediatric Dental Assistant
Chord Specialty Dental Partners
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Chord Specialty Dental Partners
Multi-specialty DSO supporting pediatric care
As a Pediatric Dental Assistant at Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry, you’ll help make every child’s visit a positive, comfortable experience. Working chairside with our board-certified pediatric dentists, you’ll support everything from routine check-ups and preventive cleanings to more complex treatment, including cases involving sedation, while helping keep our office running smoothly. The ideal candidate is skilled, organized, and patient, with a warm, upbeat personality that puts kids and their families at ease. If you love working with children and want to be part of an enthusiastic team that treats patients of all ages and abilities with genuine care, we’d love to meet you.
At a glance
Pay: $19-$23/hour, based on experience Sign-on bonus: $1000 paid after 30 days Schedule: Monday- Thursday, 7:45 am - 5:00 pm and occasional Fridays Location: Lawrence, IN (with travel to Fishers and Greenfield)
What we offer: • Medical and vision insurance: You’re eligible starting the first month after you join. • Dental coverage: Enjoy this benefit with $0 premium. • 401(k) plan with company match • Generous paid time off and holidays • Employee referral program: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team. • Big savings, big perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts on everything from restaurants and travel to movies and more. • Pet insurance: We understand the importance of furry family members too. • Cutting-edge technology and training: We provide the tools and resources you need to excel in your role. • Life and disability insurance options • Keep growing your career with our Education Assistance Program, which helps cover the cost of CE courses, certifications, and advanced degrees.
Who we are Dr. J Pediatric Dentistry provides gentle, comprehensive dental care for children of all ages and abilities at three convenient Indianapolis-area locations in Lawrence, Fishers, and Greenfield. Our board-certified pediatric dentists and bilingual team serve families throughout the Indianapolis metro and surrounding communities, offering everything from routine checkups and preventive cleanings to conscious sedation and general anesthesia for more complex cases. We strive to create a special dental experience for every child in an environment where they feel comfortable and safe, and Dr. J and the team bring enthusiasm and genuine care to every visit.
As a partner of Chord Specialty Dental Partners, we combine the close-knit feel of a local practice with the resources, training, and career paths of a larger network, and we’re committed to making every team member feel supported and inspired.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate dental care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs and according to dentist’s orders. • Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patients.
• Provides diagnostic information by taking all radiographs and quantity of radiographs deemed medically necessary by the clinical judgement of the treating dentist. • Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments using four-handed dentistry. • Maintain appropriate certifications and/or licensures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Where Your Career Can Go Your first job here is just the beginning. As you grow, you can move into roles like: • Clinical trainer, mentoring the next class of new Assistants • Office leadership, helping run a practice day to day
With practices across our network, you’ll have room to grow without having to start over somewhere new.
• High school diploma or equivalent • DANB X-Ray Certification
• Knowledge of appropriate radiation techniques/procedures • Current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification
• Knowledge of OSHA and HIPA policies
• Customer Service Experience – Friendly and helpful demeanor with patients and co-workers.
• Flexibility – Must adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
• Must be available to travel to other locations to meet operational needs
• Knowledge of electronic dental records and practice management systems, specifically Denticon preferred
• Dental office experience preferred
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Compensation: 19 to 23 (USD)
Multi-specialty DSO supporting pediatric care
Chord Specialty Dental Partners is a multi-specialty Dental Support Organization (DSO) that backs pediatric practices, orthodontic locations, and ambulatory surgery centers. It operates across more than 60 locations in six states, providing preventive, diagnostic imaging, and restorative dental care through its affiliated clinicians. Its product is essentially a comprehensive back-office and operational platform that handles financial management, human resources, business development, and other support services, while the dental teams focus on patient care. The company differentiates itself by its wide network of specialty practices, modern equipment and technology, and emphasis on enabling clinicians to deliver patient-centered care rather than juggling business tasks. Its goal is to improve the patient experience and access to dental care by offering robust business support to partner practices, while also growing as an organization and offering career opportunities for its team.
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