Junior Pediatric Dental Assistant - New York Family Dentistry - Brooklyn, NY

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Brooklyn, NY

Job Description

Hourly rates start at $18 / hour. Candidates with meaningful experience can earn higher compensation.
Key Responsibilities:

Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures, including cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, fillings, and extractions.
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing materials tailored for pediatric patients.
Ensure a child-friendly environment by helping young patients feel comfortable and easing dental anxieties.
Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) with care and attention to young patients' comfort.
Educate parents and children on proper oral hygiene, diet, and post-treatment care.
Maintain accurate patient records, including documenting treatments and monitoring oral health progress.
Support the application of space maintainers and other pediatric appliances as needed.
Adhere to infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
Stay updated on best practices and techniques in pediatric dentistry through continuing education.

Skills and Expertise

Chairside assisting for pediatric procedures
Dental radiography and charting for young patients
Infection control
Instrument sterilization
Dental radiography (X-rays)
Sealant application assistance
Behavioral management techniques
Patient care and comfort
Child-friendly approach
Pediatric dental procedures and tools
Child oral health and hygiene education

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