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Dental Assistant at Rhode Island Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics

East Greenwich, RIOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • dental instruments
  • dental procedures
  • sterilization
  • infection control
  • X-rays
  • chart clinical notes
  • oral hygiene
  • post-treatment care
  • pediatric patients
  • children

Nice to have

  • pediatric experience

Role summary

Rhode Island Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their pediatric dental practice. The role involves assisting dentists during procedures, preparing rooms and instruments, ensuring patient comfort, taking X-rays, maintaining sterilization, educating patients and parents on oral hygiene, and charting notes. The ideal candidate is compassionate, energetic, and enjoys working with children. Pediatric experience is a plus, and CPR/BLS certification is required. The practice offers a supportive team culture and a stable schedule.

RI Children’s Dentistry is seeking a friendly and motivated Dental Assistant to join our well-established pediatric dental practice. With a strong reputation for providing exceptional care to children in a fun, welcoming environment, this is a wonderful opportunity to grow your dental career in a patient-centered practice. The ideal candidate is compassionate, energetic, and passionate about helping children feel comfortable and confident during their dental visits.

Website: Rhode Island Children's Dentistry

Why Join Us?

  • Trusted pediatric dental practice serving the local community
  • Fun, upbeat, and supportive team culture
  • Modern office with advanced dental technology
  • Rewarding opportunity to work with children and families
  • Stable schedule in a growing, patient-focused practice

    • Experience & Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures
  • Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments
  • Help create a positive, calm experience for pediatric patients
  • Take and process dental X-rays
  • Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols
  • Educate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
  • Chart clinical notes accurately and efficiently
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

    • Requirements:

  • Dental assisting experience preferred (pediatric experience a plus)
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and procedures
  • Ability to work well with children and families
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
  • CPR/BLS certification required or willingness to obtain
  • Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined

    • Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off

    • Join our team and be part of a practice dedicated to excellence in pediatric dental care. If you love working with kids and want to make a positive impact every day, we’d love to hear from you—apply today!

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