Overview
Do you love helping people smile? Can you suction like a pro, anticipate the doctor's next move, and keep patients calm and comfortable?
Do you have your x-ray license and know how to use it?
If you're nodding yes- keep reading!!
We're a friendly, fast-paced pediatric office that believes patients deserve excellent care AND a great experience, teamwork makes the day smoother (and more fun), and a positive attitude is just as important as clinical skills! We work hard, laugh often, and genuinely LOVE what we do! We are looking for a reliable Pediatric Dental Assistant, with an x-ray license, to join and grow long term with our Pediatric/Ortho Office, Newton-Sparta Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics.
Willing to hire full-time or part-time. Flexible on days/hours available. Our practices are growing and we are looking for someone to continue to grow with us! Opportunities to train in ortho in the future.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience, reflecting your valuable skills and contributions. All offices have an excellent supporting staff, fully paperless office. Dentrix software.
No selling- office doesn't push whitening, expensive dentistry. Fully owned/operated private practices, not corporate!! We care about our staff and patients!! All assistants employed have been on staff with the office for 3++ years.
If you're looking for more than "just a job" and want to be part of a team that values not only professionalism, positivity, and patient care, but FUN- we'd love to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Assist the doctor during procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Prepare and sterilize instruments
- Help patients feel comfortable and cared for
- Keep operatories running smoothly and efficiently
- Bonus points for thriving in a busy environment!
Benefits
Full time (25+hrs)
- ~10% of medical benefits paid; 2 different plans offered
- ~401k option with safe harbor match of 100% of the first 3% of compensation
- ~Dental benefits include 100% courtesy discount on preventative and restorative treatment that can be done in the office after 3 mos employment for employee and for legal spouse/partner and children.
- ~Orthodontic benefits include $800 for full orthodontic treatment or $1,700 for Invisalign after 3 mos employment. Family benefits available as well: free ortho records and 50% off office orthodontic fee.
- ~Vision benefits available through VSP
- ~Complimentary life insurance offered
- ~PTO: up to 40 hours for the first year and up to 75 hours after that.
- ~Holiday bonuses & party; end of summer party; perks throughout the year for employee appreciation & birthdays
Part time (under 25 hours)
- ~Dental benefits include 100% courtesy discount on preventative and restorative treatment that can be done in the office after 3 mos employment for employee and for legal spouse/partner and children.
- ~Orthodontic benefits include $800 for full orthodontic treatment or $1,700 for Invisalign after 3 mos employment. Family benefits available as well: free ortho records and 50% off office orthodontic fee.
- ~PTO: up to 40 hours for the first year and up to 75 hours after that.
- ~Holiday bonuses & party; end of summer party; perks throughout the year for employee appreciation & birthdays
Compensation
- Salary: $20 - $24 per hour