Hospital Dental Assistant – Pediatric Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Hospital Dental Assistant – Pediatric Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics of Alabama – 5.0

Birmingham, AL Job Details Part-time Estimated:

$30.6K – $40.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Dental assisting General dentistry High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Dental terminology Dentrix Patient care X-Ray Dental office experience Dental Assisting Pediatric dentistry Associate’s degree Communication skills Certified Dental Assistant Entry level Full Job Description Our Birmingham office is hiring and looking for an part-time Hospital Dental Assistant ! At Pediatric Dental Associates our team is built on I.D.E.A.S. and we are committed to delivering on our core values which are Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, and Serve. We are looking for individuals that will foster those core values.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a friendly, detail-oriented, and dependable Pediatric Dental Hospital Assistant to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children, has excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist pediatric dentists during dental procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques Prepare examination and surgical areas with necessary instruments and materials Comfort and reassure pediatric patients and their families before, during, and after treatment Take and develop digital X-rays and intraoral images Maintain a clean, sterile, and organized clinical environment Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and postoperative care instructions Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed Schedule appointments and assist with patient check-in/out if needed What we are looking for: High school diploma or equivalent required Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program preferred Experience in pediatric or general dentistry strongly preferred Excellent interpersonal skills and a calm, child-friendly demeanor Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a clinical setting

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required At least 1 years’ experience in a Dental office preferred Knowledge or x-ray certification preferred Knowledge of Dental terminology preferred Must possess a high degree of interpersonal relations skills and capability of relating to a variety of people and personalities Must possess a high level of flexibility and tolerance to adjust to changes in work loads and assignments Valid driver’s license is required

Schedule:

15-20 hours per week, schedule will vary.

Our Benefits:

Scrubs are provided Participate in quarterly team building events Participate in quarterly company-wide meetings to focus on serving, growth, and YOUR development Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all employees can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity, and expression as well as sexual orientation. Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Employee discount

Schedule:

Day shift Application Question(s): What are your pay expectations? This is a part-time role. Are you willing and able to work a part-time, flexible schedule?

Experience:

Dental Assisting:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person