DENTAL ASSISTANT - PEDIATRIC

Dental Assistant - PediatricDo you love working with kids and want to be part of a team that makes going to the dentist fun? Arizona Pediatric Dentistry & Ortho is looking for a Full-Time Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our Phoenix office. We opened our Phoenix office in 2006, our practice has been serving the community for over 34 years, providing specialized dental care to children and adolescents. Our newly remodeled office is equipped with state-of-the-art dental technology — a fast-paced, friendly environment where every day is a little different and every smile matters. This is an in-office, hands-on position with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule — no temp-job unpredictability. Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist the pediatric dentist chairside during a variety of treatment proceduresSet up and break down operatories post-treatment; prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment (infection control)Take dental radiographs (X-rays)Prepare materials for dental impressions and restorations; take dental moldsProvide patients and parents with post-treatment oral care instructions and educate patients on oral hygiene strategiesEngage with children to provide a comfortable, soothing environment during their dental visitsChart and update patient records in Eaglesoft (our practice management software)Coordinate with the dental team to plan and deliver patient care; maintain a clean, organized work environment and perform office tasks as needed RequirementsCompletion of an accredited dental assisting program, or current enrollment in a similar programMinimum 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred, ideally in pediatric dentistry — newcomers eager to be trained are encouraged to applyStrong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with both children and adultsAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; detail-oriented with strong organizational skillsTeam-player attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solvingKnowledge of dental procedures, tools, and diagnosticsFlexibility to adapt to office schedule changes and patient needsSpanish as a second language strongly preferred — many of our patient families are Spanish-speakingA warm, patient, upbeat personality — you genuinely enjoy working with children Certifications (Arizona Requirements)Certification, or the ability to pass DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification examsArizona Radiography Certification — Radiologic Proficiency Certificate via the DANB Radiation Health & Safety (RHS) exam, required to take dental X-rays (or willingness to obtain; out-of-state certification may qualify by credential)Current CPR/BLS certificationArizona Coronal Polishing Certificate (DANB CP exam) strongly preferred; candidates holding this certificate qualify for the top of our pay rangeNo state license is required for basic chair-side assisting duties — new assistants are welcome to apply  Schedule & CompensationFull-Time, Monday–Friday (no weekends!)Pay: $19–$25 per hour, depending on experience and certificationsBenefits:Paid Time Off (PTO) after completion of probationary periodPaid Holidays — after completion of probationary periodSupportive team environment with opportunities to grow