Pediatric Dental Assistant - X-Ray Certified

Overview

As a Pediatric Dental Assistant at Children’s Dental Health in Bethlehem, you’ll help make every child’s visit a positive, comfortable experience. Working chairside with our pediatric dentists, you’ll support everything from routine checkups and preventive care to restorative treatment for patients from infancy through adolescence, while helping keep each day running smoothly. The ideal candidate is skilled, organized, and dependable, with a patient, upbeat personality that puts kids and their families at ease. If you love working with children and want to grow with the region’s leading pediatric dental provider, backed by the latest equipment and technology, we’d love to have you join our team.

At a glancePay: $19-$22/hour, based on experience  Sign-on bonus: $1,000 paid after 30 daysSchedule: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturdays as neededLocation: Bethlehem, PA  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 Children's Dental Health is the leading provider of pediatric dental medicine in the region. Continuing a proud tradition that began with one Philadelphia area practice in the 1970s, we now operate 33 practices and four surgery centers in the PA/NJ/DE marketplace. Leveraging the latest equipment and technology, our affiliated dentists provide comprehensive dental care to pediatric patients – from infants to adolescents—in fun, welcoming environments designed specifically for the needs of children. We aim to create a foundation of optimal oral health for every child and a supportive, inspiring atmosphere for every team member.

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. 

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside: passing instruments, suctioning, and preparing and placing materials • Take digital radiographs• Help kids feel calm and comfortable, especially first-timers and nervous patients • Communicate with parents and caregivers about visits and home care • Prepare and turn over treatment rooms according to our protocols • Clean, package, and sterilize instruments following OSHA and infection-control standards• Keep accurate clinical notes for every visit• 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 new Dental 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.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting certificate preferred• Basic knowledge of hygiene and restorative• Dental office experience preferred• X-ray certification required• CPR certification• Bi-lingual preferred

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Compensation: 9 to 22 (USD)