Dental Assistant

•Pediatric El Segundo Pediatric Dentistry El Segundo, CA Job Details Part-time $25

•$30 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Emotional support for children Dental care patient counseling Preparing dental treatment areas Medical procedure assistance Parent collaboration Working with pediatric populations Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Operating room preparation Assisting medical staff Preparing medical treatment area Emotional support for patients Disinfection procedures Registered Dental Assistant Dental x-ray Dental equipment Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise Patient interaction Pediatric dentistry Patient education Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Full Job Description El Segundo Pediatric Dentistry is looking for a bubbly, fun, and energetic Dental Assistant to join our team! We're a close-knit pediatric office that loves making dental visits a positive, happy experience for kids and their families. If you have a big smile, bring great energy, and love working with children, we'd love to meet you. Schedule (Part-Time):

Mondays:

8:00 AM

•5:00

PM Wednesdays:

12:00 PM

•7:00

PM Thursdays:

8:00 AM

•5:00 PM 1-2 Fridays per month: 8:00 AM

•5:00

PM What You'll Do:

Assist the doctor chairside during exams, cleanings, and restorative procedures for pediatric patients Help children feel comfortable, safe, and even excited about their visit Take and process radiographs Prepare and sterilize operatories and instruments following infection control protocols Communicate with parents about treatment and home care Support the front office and team as needed to keep the day running smoothly

Who We're Looking For:

A bubbly, upbeat personality with lots of energy Someone who genuinely enjoys working with kids and is patient and gentle with anxious little ones A team player who will fit in well with our fun, supportive office culture Reliable and able to commit to the schedule above Dental assisting experience preferred; pediatric experience is a big plus RDA and current X-ray certification preferred Come be part of a team that makes kids smile, in more ways than one!