Pediatric Dental Assistant Job at Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry in L

Job Title: Pediatric Dental Assistant

Do you have a passion for working with children and a knack for making dental visits a blast? As a Pediatric Dental Assistant, you'll be the ultimate sidekick in creating a fun and friendly environment for our little patients' dental adventures.

We are Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, and we don’t just give our patients amazing smiles, we give them confidence! While experience is not a must for this role, your passion, enthusiasm, and willingness to be a team player are what we are looking for.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the pediatric dentist in providing top-notch dental care to our young patients.
• Create a welcoming atmosphere for our young patients.
• Help maintain a healthy and happy lineup of smiles!
• Become a master of capturing dental X-rays.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by sterilizing and preparing dental instruments.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the dental team to ensure seamless coordination.
• Educate children and their parents on proper oral hygiene practice.

Requirements:

• Enjoys connecting with children and creating a positive and cheerful atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills to engage and explain dental procedures in kid-friendly language.
• A gentle and caring touch to ensure the comfort of our young patients.
• Ability to work well in a team, supporting the dental team.
• Organizational skills to assist with record-keeping and appointment scheduling.
• Respect for patient confidentiality and adherence to privacy regulations.
• Ability to work in both our Lake Forest and Gurnee Locations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the oral health and well-being of children.

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Full time (approx. 35-40 hours per week)

Salary Range $18-$24 /hour