Pawsitive Pediatric Dentistry

Job Title: Pediatric Dental Assistant

Schedule: Monday-Thursday with some Fridays, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (with flexibility as the office grows)

Start Date: Late October 2024

Salary Range: $17 - $19 per hour

Join Our Growing Team!

Are you ready to bring your passion for pediatric dentistry to a place where every day is filled with smiles, laughter, hard work, and the joy of making a difference? We’re looking for a Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our fun and dynamic team at Pawsitive Pediatric Dentistry! This is your chance to work closely with Dr. Milca and be part of a team, the Pawsitive PAL's, that’s dedicated to transforming dental visits into positive experiences for kids and their families.

About Us:

We are a charming, single-doctor, privately-owned start-up pediatric dental office. Our mission is to make every dental appointment a positive experience for children and their parents. As our Pediatric Dental Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in helping us achieve this mission.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in patient care: Partner with Dr. Milca and our EFDA during dental procedures, ensuring each visit is smooth, comfortable, and stress-free for our young patients.
• X-ray certification: Show off your skills by taking and processing dental X-rays with precision and care.
• Sterilization: Keep our practice running safely and smoothly by managing the sterilization of instruments to the highest standards.
• Intraoral photography: Capture detailed intraoral photos that help with accurate diagnoses and patient education.
• Patient interaction: Be the friendly face that greets patients and their families, making them feel at home and ensuring a positive experience from start to finish.

What We’re Looking For:

• A team player who lives our core values of positivity, patient-centered care, and teamwork.
• Someone who works hard, has fun, and loves making a difference in the lives of kids and their families.
• Passion and a positive attitude—if you love what you do, we can’t wait to meet you!

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1-year dental assisting experience (Newly certified RDAs welcome)
• CPR and X-ray certifications
• Professional and punctual
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Comfortable working with children, demonstrating patience and empathy
• Comfortable with dogs and enjoys them (we have 2 canine empolyees)
• Excellent understanding of dental procedures and protocols and/or willingness to learn outside of office hours if needed
• Proactive learner with a positive attitude

Note: At this time, we are not looking for an EFDA or a Dental Hygienist, but we are always open to meeting individuals who align with our vision!

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the warm, welcoming first point of contact for our patients
• Organize and maintain inventory for dental supplies and instruments
• Prepare and sterilize the operatory and dental instruments pre and post-treatment
• Perform dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Provide oral hygiene instructions post-dental procedures
• Perform administrative and housekeeping tasks as needed
• Update and manage patient records with a commitment to confidentiality
• Uphold strict compliance with safety and infection control regulations
• Assist in restorative procedures, crowns, pulpotomies, extractions, frenectomy procedures, surgeries, emergencies, and special healthcare needs cases

Why Join Us?

• Weekends off: Enjoy your weekends with no work commitments.
• Opportunities for growth: Take advantage of opportunities to advance your career and grow with our practice.
• Continuing Education: Access opportunities to continue learning and expanding your skills.
• Paid Birthday Time Off: Get paid double if you work on your birthday, or enjoy a paid day off if it falls on a weekend.
• Paid Holidays: Paid time off for various national holidays (with some flexibility to accommodate patient needs).
• Wellness Benefit: Access to Penn Medicine HealthWorks Primary Care for comprehensive health services.

Salary Range: $17 - $19 per hour, based on experience.

Ready to make an impact and grow with us?Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person